Packer Operator – Yoplait Site

About the role

Goodman Fielder New Zealand is looking for multiple Packer Operators at its Yoplait site in Palmerston North. The Operator operates and monitors equipment to produce high-quality products according to the production plan, completes equipment checks, meets productivity and waste reduction targets and keeps the plant clean.

Key responsibilities

• Operate equipment used to pack yogurt and dairy products according to standard operating procedures (SOP)
• Prepare materials needed for packaging and coordinate with the Storeman when needed
• Keep the forklift running smoothly to move pallets and make sure machines stay charged, following SOP
• Check that packers are set up and regularly refilled with cases, labels and glue, and check labels, best-before dates and packaging quality
• Prepare fruit bags, including lifting 15kg loads, write codes, fill the fruit sheet and return bags to the cool store

Required profile

• Machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment
• 1+ years' experience in a FMCG business preferred
• Prior dairy processing experience desired but not essential; food manufacturing experience is beneficial
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work safely and responsibly, reporting accidents and incidents in line with company health and safety

Required skills

• Forklift experience is highly desirable
• Knowledge of standard operating procedures (SOP)

Shift pattern

• Monday to Friday rotating shifts
• Week one: 12am to 8am; week two: 4pm to 12am; week three: 8am to 4pm

Pay is $27.34 per hour plus penalties. To apply, use the Apply Online link on the company careers page.