Tipping Operator Nutritionals - Fixed Term

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

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised Medical Insurance

Life, Disability & Income Protection

Development & Training opportunities

Parental Leave

Job summary

The Tatua Co in the Waikato is seeking a 12-month fixed-term Tipping Operator Nutritionals to join our team. The role operates on a rotating roster of 4 shifts on, 4 days off, with 12-hour shifts, offering a structured schedule and hands-on experience in the dairy industry.

This entry-level position focuses on tipping raw materials, documentation, CIP setup, and following cleaning procedures. We value a proactive attitude, physical fitness, teamwork, and reliability; overtime may be required,

Qualifications

• Self-starter with ability to think for yourself.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Physically fit for manual tasks.
• Flexible with overtime when required.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Competent with computers and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Tipping of raw materials.
• Completion of required documentation.
• Setting up for product and CIP.
• Follow designated cleaning procedures to ensure the plants are clean.
• Assist in packing when required.

Skills

Attitude

Self-starter

Ability to work under pressure

Physically fit

Team player

Organised

Computer skills

Mechanical minded

Flexible

Overtime readiness

Job description

Tipping Operator Nutritionals - Fixed Term

We’re currently seeking applications for a 12-month fixed-term positionwithin our Nutritionals Tipping Team. This role operates on a rotating rosterof 4 shifts on, 4 days off, with 12-hour shifts offering a dynamic and balancedwork schedule.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a varied and rewarding rolethat provides valuable experience in the dairy industry. You’ll gain hands-onskills and exposure that can launch you into a thriving and fulfilling career.

We’re looking for someone who’s ready to challenge themselves, growtheir capabilities, and thrive in a highly collaborative team environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Tipping of raw materials
• Completion of required documentation
• Setting up for product and CIP
• Follow designated cleaning procedures to ensure the plants are clean
• Assist in packing when required.

What we are looking for:

• The right attitude and be a self-starter who can think for themselves
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Be physically fit
• Ability to make a positive contribution within a team
• Excellent organisational and record keeping skills
• Be computer competent
• Be mechanically / practical minded
• Able to be flexible as some overtime will be required.

This is an entry level role. Previous experience is advantageous howeverthis is not a minimum requirement.

Our Values at Tatua

• Co-Operative at the Core: Wecreate shared success for our people, shareholders, customers and community
• Committed to Tomorrow: Weencourage innovation to forge our own path for a thriving future
• Everyday Good People:We take pride in doing our best, with care and integrity

What we offer:

• Subsidised Medical Insurance
• Life, Disability & Income Protection Insurance
• Development & Training opportunities
• Additional Parental Leave

Location: Morrinsville, Tatuanui, Waikato

Closing Date: Thursday, 19 November 2026