Production Operator

About the role

Taura Natural Ingredients, a global manufacturer of functional fruit ingredients for snack brands, is hiring permanent Production Operators for its Mount Maunganui plant. The role is onsite and involves operating process and packing equipment, quality control and material handling. The plant runs 6pm Sunday night to 6pm Friday night, with a roster of 2 weeks night shift followed by 3 weeks day shift.

Key responsibilities

• Perform quality control testing and assist with equipment calibration.
• Operate process equipment safely and efficiently, run automated packing machines and carry out general packing duties.
• Load, mix and prepare ingredients for production.
• Generate labels and complete basic computer-related tasks.
• Support the Shift Manager with role-specific operational duties.
• Operate a forklift as required for material handling.

Required profile

• Strong attention to detail with clear, accurate documentation skills.
• Collaborative team player with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Smart, physically fit and ambitious, with potential for growth.
• Prior experience in food manufacturing, especially plant-based production, is a beneficial advantage.

What we offer

• Starting hourly rate of $28.30, with a night-shift allowance of $5.00 per hour.
• Clean, safe working environment with secure on-site parking.
• Opportunities to progress to Quality Control Operator, Loading Operator or Process Operator.
• Shift allowance for night shifts.