Westland Milk Products Hiring for Cream Packing Operator – Fixed term/Parental leave cover Job at Hokitika Full Time

Westland Milk Products enjoys an international reputation and embodies the West Coast spirit in all that it does. It’s taken some good old-fashioned hard work to get where we are and our committed team are a huge part of our ongoing success. We process over 700 million litres of milk a year and produce a wide range of dairy ingredients and products.

We’re looking for a Packing Operator in our cream plant based in Hokitika, to provide approx. 12month fixed term maternity leave cover and learn and develop a range of plant and equipment operating skills. The Packing Operator will ensure all cream products (butter etc) are packed & sampled to the highest level without compromising quality while also providing operational support to other areas when required & adhering to all quality and plant operational parameters.

We’ll teach you various processes including quality control points, and hygiene standards to ensure you will be well-equipped to perform in the role.

Key attributes we are looking for include:

• willingness to work with a variety of teams in a fast-paced environment
• strong quality focus
• excellent time management, a passion for multi-tasking and a flexible and adaptable approach
• excellent people and communication skills
• ability to learn quickly with a structured thought process with attention to detail
• mechanical aptitude and basic computer literacy

All applicants must be prepared to work on a 4 on (2 days – 5.45am-6pm, 2 nights -5.45pm-6am) 4 off shift basis and if you are self-motivated, willing to be personally accountable, and thrive in a fast-paced learning environment, then this is the role for you. If you believe your contribution will make a difference, and you have pride in yourself and your work environment, don’t miss this fantastic opportunity. Please see the accompanying position description (available on our Westland Careers page westlandcareers.co.nz) for further information.

Applications will close on Sunday 12th February 2023. To apply for this vacancy, you MUST possess current eligibility to work in New Zealand. Employment is subject to satisfactory completion of background checks which include references, a Ministry of Justice / police check and a pre-employment medical check which includes drug and alcohol testing.

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