Seed Cleaning Operator — Hands-On, Team-Focused

Carrfields NZ

Hinds

On-site

NZD 42,000 - 58,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Based at our Hinds Seed Cleaning site, this Seed Machine Operator role is part of the team responsible for cleaning, processing, and preparing seed for our customers across Mid Canterbury and beyond. You’ll operate seed cleaning machinery, set up equipment for different seed types, monitor quality and output, and help keep the plant running safely and efficiently.

Carrfields Limited values practical, hands‑on people who work well in a busy rural production environment and enjoy being part of a

Qualifications

  • Practical, hands-on approach is essential.
  • Reliable with a strong work ethic.
  • Good attention to detail.
  • Willingness to learn and follow processes.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor seed cleaning machinery and equipment.
  • Set up and adjust machinery for different seed types and processing jobs.
  • Carry out basic troubleshooting, cleaning, and general maintenance of machinery.
  • Support seed intake, processing, packing, loading, and dispatch activities.
  • Complete production records and required paperwork accurately.
  • Keep work areas clean, tidy, and safe.
  • Work with the wider processing team to keep jobs moving efficiently.
  • Follow all health and safety and company procedures.

Skills

Hands-on
Reliability
Attention to detail
Willingness to learn
Communication
Teamwork
Health & safety

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Based at our Hinds Seed Cleaning site, this Seed Machine Operator role is part of the team responsible for cleaning, processing, and preparing seed for our customers across Mid Canterbury and beyond. You’ll operate seed cleaning machinery, set up equipment for different seed types, monitor quality and output, and help keep the plant running safely and efficiently.

Carrfields Limited values practical, hands‑on people who work well in a busy rural production environment and enjoy being part of a

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