Westland Milk Products Looking for Packing Operators – Protein Plant 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.

Based in Hokitika, we are currently looking for Packing Operators to join our great team working in our Protein plant. Packing Operators are responsible for operating the packing lines and for performing product sampling in order to ensure all products 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 – and to develop further skills and progress a rewarding career within the dairy industry with Westland Milk.

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
• Reliable and dependable with excellent people and communication skills
• The ability to learn quickly and the ability to solve problems
• The ability to lift 25kg bags when required
• 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 – 4.15am-4.30pm, 2 nights – 4.15pm-4.30am) 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 believe your contribution will make a difference, and you have pride in yourself and your work environment, don’t miss this fantastic opportunity. In return, we provide a competitive salary, development options and a range of benefits including health insurance, additional super, and a workplace to say your proud of!! Please see the accompanying position description (available on our Westland Careers page westlandcareers.co.nz) for further information.

Applications will close on Sunday 17th September 2023. To apply for this vacancy, you MUST possess current eligibility to work in New Zealand.