Process Operator - Weekday Night Shift

PepsiCo Inc.; Manurewa; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Benefits

20 weeks paid parental leave

Free take home product each week

Onsite Car Park and Staff Canteen (Sub

Job summary

Bluebird Foods Ltd, part of PepsiCo, seeks a reliable Process Operator for our Wiri site to run heavily automated production and packaging lines during the night shift (11 pm–7 am). This permanent full-time role requires full NZ work rights and a strong focus on food safety and quality.

You will input data, perform quality checks, and support HACCP/GMP standards while maintaining safety and reliability. We offer wellness benefits, parental leave, staff perks, onsite parking and growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in processing or food manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of GMP and HACCP with reliable, safe-work practices.
• High mechanical aptitude with strong attention to detail and safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production team.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial cooking equipment and production machinery.
• Run packaging lines (chips into packets and boxes) on automated systems.
• Record, report and input data into computerised systems.
• Conduct flavour checks to ensure correct product runs and flavouring.
• Perform quality checks and manage materials and waste as directed.

Skills

Processing/ Food Manufacturing

GMP & HACCP knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Attention to safety

Food production experience

Job description

Overview

Join PepsiCo, a global FMCG leader with some of the world’s most iconic brands. We’re a business that recognises talent, supports career growth, and believes in Dare for Better — creating positive impact for people and the planet.

Bluebird Foods Ltd has proudly been part of New Zealand for over 70 years and leads the Salty Snacks category with much-loved brands including Bluebird Originals, Doritos, Copper Kettle, Grain Waves, Twisties and Cheetos.

We’re looking for a reliable, safety-focused ProcessOperator to join our high-performing team in Wiri. These roles operate our heavily automated machinery. All applications must have full time legal work rights in NZ.

Details for You

• Location: Wiri
• Roster Shifts: Monday to Friday
• Hours: 11 pm - 7 am
• Position: Permanent Full Time
• Selection Process: Interview - Assessment - Background/Pre-Employment Medical Checks - Decision

Responsibilities

• Operating industrial cooking equipment and production machinery.
• Operating the heavily robotic machinery that packages our chips into packets, and also into boxes.
• Record, report and input accurate data into computerised systems.
• Ensureflavour testing is completedeffectively, and accurate flavour is supplied in accordance with product runs.
• Complete quality checks as required, with management of materials and waste.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Processing/ Food Manufacturing/ Industrial Kitchen/ Cooking Environment.
• An understanding of HACCPand GMP with a record of reliability andsafe work practices.
• A high mechanical aptitude withstrong attention to detail, safety and reliability.
• Work as part of an efficient Food Production Team
• Actively contribute to Food Safety targets within the team
• Keen to develop a successful career in Food Manufacturing at Bluebird

Why Join Bluebird

• Opportunity to join a Global FMCG Company
• Wellness Benefits + 20 weeks paid parental leave
• Free take home product each week
• Onsite Car Park and Staff Canteen (Subsidised)
• Personal and Professional growth opportunities

PepsiCo is dedicated to sustainability with initiatives like EV chargers, net-zero energy efficiency, hydro trucks, and net-zero water usage. We foster innovation and empower employees to make a meaningful impact through Pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). Join us to shape the future of food and beverages with a focus on sustainability.