Westland Milk Products Looking for Cream Products – Packing Operator at Hokitika, West Coast, New Zealand 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 are looking for a Packing Operator to work in our cream plant based in Hokitika. Packing Operators are responsible for operating the packing lines and for performing product sampling in order to ensure all cream products (butter etc) are packed & sampled to the highest level without compromising quality. Operators will also be responsible for maintaining clean plant and work areas and providing operational support to other areas when required in addition to adhering to all quality and plant operational parameters.

We’ll teach you various processes including quality control points, and hygiene standards and help you learn and develop a range of plant and equipment operating skills to ensure you will be well-equipped to perform in the role.

Key Attributes We Are Looking For Include

• The ability to work both on your own or with a variety of people in a fast-paced environment – with a strong team player mentality
• A strong quality focus with a high level of attention to detail
• Good time management skills along with a passion for multi-tasking and a flexible and adaptable approach
• Excellent people and communication skills
• The ability to learn quickly and the ability to solve problems
• A unwavering commitment to health & safety (focus & awareness) and adherence to all quality/systems and procedures
• A mechanical aptitude and basic computer literacy

All roles work on a 4 on (2 days – 5.45am-6pm, 2 nights – 5.45pm-6am) 4 off shift basis which offers you lots of opportunity for time off, pursuing your passions and enjoying/exploring all the region has to offer. 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.

What’s in it for you?

• A great team and to work with and a great company to work for!
• Great hourly rate
• Additional superannuation – up to 9%
• Health insurance
• Discounted delicious premium quality grass fed butter!

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 9th February 2025. 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.