Process Operator - Cream Products

The Tatua Co; Tatuanui, Morrinsville; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised Medical Insurance

LifeInsurance

Disability Insurance

Income Protection Insurance

Development & Training opportunities

Additional Parental Leave

Job summary

The Tatua Co in Morrinsville, Tatuanui, Waikato, is seeking a motivated Process Operator to join our Cream Products Plant in a permanent, full-time role. You will operate and monitor processing and packaging equipment, contribute to product quality, and help maintain a safe, efficient production environment in a hands-on team setting.

This rotating 4-on, 4-off shift pattern includes 12-hour days and nights.

Qualifications

• Experience operating dairy/food processing equipment preferred but not required.
• Physically fit; ability to lift up to 20 kg.
• Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure.
• Good organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Mechanical or practical skills helpful.

Responsibilities

• Operate packing and process equipment safely and hygienically.
• Follow work instructions, procedures and specifications.
• Maintain high standards in the plant and workstations.
• Ensure final product quality standards are met.

Skills

Problem solving

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Mechanical skills

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and reliable ProcessOperator to join our Cream Products Plant in a permanent, full-time role.

As a Process Operator, you'll play a key role inensuring our production processes run smoothly, safely, and efficiently.Working as part of a close-knit team, you'll be responsible for operating andmonitoring plant equipment, maintaining product quality standards, andcontributing to a safe and productive work environment.

This is a hands-on position that offers variety,responsibility, and the opportunity to be part of a business committed toproducing high-quality dairy products.

This role works on a rotating 4-on, 4-off shift pattern, with 12-hourshifts: two days (5am – 5pm), two nights (5pm – 5am), followed by four daysoff.

Responsibilities include:

• Operate packing and processequipment in an efficient, safe and hygienic manner
• Adherence to work instructions,procedures and specifications as documented in the appropriate manuals
• Maintain high standards in theplant and associated workstations
• Ensure final product qualitystandards are maintained.

The successfulcandidate will need the following attributes:

• Positive attitude, ability to perform under pressure& make a positive contribution within a team
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Physically fit – Able to lift up to 20kg
• Excellent organisational and record keeping skills
• Mechanical/practical skills and perspective

Ideal candidates will have some previous experienceoperating a Food/Dairy production plant, however this is not a minimumrequirement.

Our Values at Tatua

• Co-Operative at the Core: Wecreate shared success for our people, shareholders, customers and community
• Committed to Tomorrow: Weencourage innovation to forge our own path for a thriving future
• Everyday Good People:We take pride in doing our best, with care and integrity

What we offer:

• Subsidised Medical Insurance
• Life, Disability & Income Protection Insurance
• Development & Training opportunities
• Additional Parental Leave

Location:

Morrinsville, Tatuanui, Waikato