Production Line Operator (Frozen)

Radix Nutrition; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Radix Nutrition in New Zealand seeks a motivated Frozen Area Operator to join the production team. You will work in a chilled environment, loading and unloading product with care while supporting overall production targets.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with opportunities to grow through hands-on training and potential certifications in forklift or food safety as you contribute to high-quality, high-protein products.

Qualifications

• Experience in production, food handling, or warehousing.
• Physically fit and able to perform repetitive tasks in cold environments.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Strong team player with good communication.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Food safety training, forklift license, or cold storage experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manually load and unload product into and out of process equipment.
• Handle frozen and chilled product safely according to company procedures.
• Follow established production schedules and meet output targets.
• Conduct visual checks to maintain product quality standards.
• Assist with equipment changeovers and basic cleaning tasks.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised work area at all times.

Skills

Production experience

Food handling

Warehousing

Physically fit

Attention to detail

Team player

Health and safety

Education

Food safety training

Forklift license

Cold storage experience

Physical endurance

Job description

Radix is a functional nutrition company built around a simple idea: food should have a purpose. We design high-protein breakfasts, protein smoothies, and protein powders as an integrated system — proudly made in New Zealand — to support everyday vitality: steady energy, strength, mental clarity, and resilience. Rather than chasing food trends, everything we make starts with one question: what does the body actually need, and how do we deliver it well

Do you thrive in hands-on, physical work? Are you reliable, focused, and ready to be part of a high-performing production team? Radix Nutrition is seeking motivated individuals to join our Frozen Production Area as Frozen Area Operator, playing a key role in our product handling and processing operations.

Your Role:

As a Frozen Area Operator, you will work in a chilled/frozen production environment, ensuring the safe and efficient loading and unloading of processing equipment with product. This role is vital in keeping our operations running smoothly, maintaining quality, and supporting your team to meet production targets.

Responsibilities:

• Manually load and unload product into and out of process equipment
• Handle frozen and chilled product safely according to company procedures
• Follow established production schedules and meet output targets
• Conduct visual checks to maintain product quality standards
• Assist with equipment changeovers and basic cleaning tasks
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised work area at all times

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous experience in production, food handling, or warehousing preferred
• Physically fit and able to perform repetitive manual tasks in cold environments
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
• Strong team player with good communication skills
• Commitment to workplace health and safety

Training & Qualifications:

While experience is valued, we also welcome applicants with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. Relevant qualifications or experience may include:

• Food safety or hygiene training
• Forklift license or other equipment handling certifications
• Experience in cold storage or frozen food production
• Participation in sports, trade work, or other physically demanding roles demonstrating endurance and teamwork