Process Worker Kaiapoi, New Zealand 12/10/2026

Hellers Ltd.; Kaiapoi; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Birthday day off

Free weekly products

Staff discounts

Wellbeing programme

Flu vaccinations

Long service recognition

Job summary

Hellers Ltd in Kaiapoi, a well-established New Zealand brand, is seeking a reliable Process Worker to join our modern processing plant. You will contribute to producing high-quality bacon, ham and smallgoods for customers nationwide, working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

We offer shifts across early to late hours, Monday to Friday with weekend work when required. Benefits include ongoing training, free weekly product, and access to our wellbeing programme.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing is advantageous.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong work ethic.
• Flexible and available to work weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Follow established processes to produce high-quality products.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards.
• Work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Weekend availability

Job description

• Kaiapoi location – 15 minutes' drive from Central Christchurch
• Free, secure, on-site carparking
• Free product for team members every week

Ready to join a well-established New Zealand brand and build your career with Hellers?

Hellers Ltd is a leading New Zealand manufacturer and distributor of bacon, ham and smallgoods. Known for our award-winning quality and trusted products, we’re proud to bring great food to Kiwi households every day.

We’re looking for reliable, energetic and motivated Process Workers to join our team at our modern processing plant in Kaiapoi. Whether you’re experienced in food manufacturing or looking to develop new skills, this is an opportunity to join an established business that offers stable employment, ongoing training and opportunities to grow.

Shift Opportunities Available

We have vacancies across a range of shifts, with most roles operating Monday to Friday.

• 5:00am - 2:00pm
• 6:00am - 3:00pm
• 1:00pm - 10:30pm
• 2:30pm - 11:00pm
• 3:00pm - 12:00am
• 6:00pm - 3:30am

Please indicate in your application which shift(s) you are interested in and available to work.

While these roles generally operate Monday to Friday, the flexibility to work weekends when required is essential.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Process Worker, you’ll play an important role in producing high-quality products for customers throughout New Zealand. You’ll work as part of a team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, following established processes and maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene and safety.

What We’re Looking For

Our ideal candidates will:

• Be reliable, punctual and committed to doing a great job.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and contributing to shared goals.
• Have good physical fitness, as some heavy lifting is required.
• Be comfortable standing for extended periods and working in a chilled environment.
• Have good attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality.
• Have reliable transport, as public transport may not align with our shift start and finish times.
• Be flexible and available to work weekends when required.

Previous food manufacturing experience is an advantage, but a positive attitude, willingness to learn and a strong work ethic are just as important.

What We Offer

At Hellers, we value our people and want them to succeed. We offer:

• A supportive team environment with ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A paid day off on your birthday after six months of employment.
• Free weekly products, plus discounts on other items.
• Access to a comprehensive company-wide wellbeing programme.
• Free flu vaccinations and health checks.
• Recognition for long service.

Ready to Join the Hellers Team?

If you’re reliable, motivated and ready to be part of a team producing quality products that Kiwis know and love, we’d love to hear from you.