Process Workers - Value Added Afternoon Shift

Tegel Foods; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-minimum wages

Career development

Product discounts

Life Insurance

Medical insurance

Job summary

Tegel Foods Ltd invites applications for Process Worker on the Value-Added team at our Christchurch processing plant. This physically active role supports high standards of quality, safety and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Training is provided after start, with an afternoon shift from 2.00pm to 10.00pm, Monday to Friday, and occasional overtime or Saturdays. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, reliable, punctual, and eager to learn, with good fitness and the ability to work well in

Qualifications

• Detail oriented with high accuracy.
• Strong reliability and punctuality.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good physical fitness and strength.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate in the chicken processing line in a fast-paced environment.
• Support quality, safety and reliability in daily tasks.
• Take part in on-the-job training for role requirements.
• Shift is Mon-Fri 2.00pm–10.00pm with overtime and possible Saturdays.

Skills

Detail oriented

Reliability

Punctuality

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Job description

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Process Workers - Value Added Afternoon Shift

TegelFoods Ltd is an iconic New Zealand brand with a long history of producing quality products to New Zealand's highest standards. The quality of our products is a priority for us, and it takes a great team of people to ensure our business continues to deliver at a high standard. We are proud to be helping families eat well every day. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do.

We are currently seeking motivated and reliable Process Workers to join the Value-Added team at our Christchurch processing plant on a new Afternoon Shift.

About the role:

As a Process Worker within our chicken processing operations, you’ll be part of a fast-paced, hands-on environment that thrives on teamwork, consistency, and high performance. This is a physically active role where quality, safety, and reliability are critical.

Shift pattern is Monday - Friday 2.00pm – 10.00pm, with overtime available and the odd Saturday when needed. On the job training will be provided to the successful candidates.

You must be available to start at 11.00am while training takes place.

About you:

Ideally, successful candidates will possess the following attributes and experience:

• Detail oriented, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong reliability and punctuality
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn
• Good physical fitness and strength
• Ability to work in a team environment

We know that great people are the key to our success. In return for your skills and commitment, we offer:

• We pay well above minimum rates.
• You will learn new skills and can develop a long-term career.
• Get amazing discounts on our products.
• Life Insurance to the value of one year's ordinary earnings.
• You can get Medical Insurance at Tegel's discounted subscription rate.

Please note:
Our recruitment process includes a mandatory pre-employment medical and drug screen.

Applicants must hold NZ citizenship, NZ residency, or a valid NZ work visa.

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