Process Workers - Curing and Bacon Departments

Hellers NZ's Butcher; Kaiapoi; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of smallgoods is seeking physically fit Process Workers for their Kaiapoi plant. Positions are available across various shifts, and the role emphasizes teamwork and quality work in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and be prepared for physical demands. Benefits include training, product discounts, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Paid day off on your birthday

Free products and discounts

Wellness program

Free flu shot and health checks

Long service recognition

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and have a strong work ethic.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.
• Good level of physical fitness for heavy lifting.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift.
• Attention to detail for product quality.
• Reliable transport for shift hours.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a strong team and develop within the supportive environment.
• Deliver quality work for customers’ enjoyment of food.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a new career with a well-known reputable brand?

Hellers Ltd is a leading New Zealand manufacturer and distributor of Bacon, Ham and Smallgoods. Our award-winning quality brands enjoy significant and growing customer and consumer recognition.

We are looking for physically fit and motivated Process Workers to join us at our modern processing plant in Kaiapoi. We have positions available on various shifts – something to suit everyone!

Departments and Shifts

• Curing Department — 1 x AM shift, Monday to Friday (4:00am - 1:30pm)
• Bacon Department — 1 x AM shift, Monday to Friday (5:00am - 2:30pm)
• Bacon Department — 1 x PM shift, Monday to Friday (2:30pm - 12:30am)

What you will do / Responsibilities

This is a great opportunity to make a strong contribution, and further develop yourself, within a supportive work environment. You will have a well-organized and systematic approach, and you will take enormous pride in delivering quality work – ensuring New Zealanders’ continued celebration of everyday moments with great food!

Ideally, you will

• Be reliable and have a strong work ethic
• Enjoy working as part of a team
• Have a good level of physical fitness as some heavy lifting will be required
• Be able to stand on your feet for the duration of your shift in a chilled environment
• Have good attention to detail to ensure our product quality meets the required standards
• Have reliable transport as public transport is not always available for the required shift hours

What we offer

• A supportive team environment with training and development opportunities
• Paid day off on your birthday after 6 months of employment
• FREE weekly product and discounts on other products
• Company wide Wellness program
• FREE flu shot and health checks
• Long service recognition

How to apply

If you are interested, please email your CV and Cover Letter to [e-mail]. Please ensure that you include the vacancy that you are applying for in your email subject header.

• Hellers Limited is a safety conscious employer; pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for prospective candidates.
• Applicants must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand.
• Candidates will be reviewed as they apply, and ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.