Production Operator - Health & Nutrition Manufacturing

Abbott; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in New Zealand is seeking a Production Operator based in Pokeno, Auckland to manage the production process and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. You will support operational targets, perform basic problem-solving, and follow standard procedures under supervision.

The role emphasizes adherence to ISO quality policies and OH&S practices. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in spray drying and a preferred NZ Diploma in Dairy Processing, with strong teamwork and communication skills to

Qualifications

• Proven ability to troubleshoot production issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills in a manufacturing setting.
• Attention to quality and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the achievement of plant operational targets.
• Carry out basic problem-solving within plant operations.
• Follow standard procedures and work instructions, with support from senior staff.
• Identify and respond to basic process variations as required.
• Minimize process failures through adherence to standard practices and timely action.
• Adjust routine tasks as needed based on changing work requirements.
• Use quality, production, maintenance, and health and safety systems as required.
• Communicate clearly with team members, Shift Team Leaders, and other staff.
• Attend regular departmental meetings with relevant manager/supervisor to build in continuous feedback mechanisms.
• Meet the requirements of ISO by complying with all relevant Quality policies and procedures to ensure the Quality objectives of the business are met.
• Comply with all relevant company Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and work practices with the intent of preventing or minimizing accidental exposures to self, colleagues and/or the environment.
• Ensure any PPE provided by Abbott is worn.
• Report any accidents or incidents within 24 hours through allocated system and notify your manager.

Skills

Problem solving

Fault finding

Quality minded

Education

NZ Diploma in Dairy Processing

Job description

Abbott in New Zealand is seeking a Production Operator based in Pokeno, Auckland to manage the production process and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. You will support operational targets, perform basic problem-solving, and follow standard procedures under supervision.

The role emphasizes adherence to ISO quality policies and OH&S practices. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in spray drying and a preferred NZ Diploma in Dairy Processing, with strong teamwork and communication skills to