Machine Operator Powder Plant - Afternoon Shift

We are looking for Machine Operators to join our Dairy Powder Plant on Afternoon Shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm)

Main responsibilities are to ensure production outputs meet planned requirements, understanding and following all SOP’s and quality requirements and guarantee that products are manufactured and packed following the correct process and documentation. This role may include dispensing, blending and/or machine operation. Also critical to the success of your performance is ensuring that the correct documentation is completed.

Ideally candidates will be physically fit, as the role can be physically intensive, have experience in a pharmaceutical or related industry and will also possess knowledge of GMP requirements. The ability to work autonomously or as part of a team is essential. You need to be flexible and adaptable to the ever changing requirements and deadlines whilst be driven by a focus on continuous improvement.

The following skills and abilities are essential:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to problem solve
• Flexibility and adaptability for ever-changing requirements and deadlines
• A continuous improvement mindset
• The ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• An understanding of Health and Safety in the work place

If you are looking for more than just a day job, are physically fit, want to be part of our future success and are keen to join an industry you have a personal passion for, this could be your opportunity to combine all of the above.

• All successful applicants must undergo pre-employment screening including numeracy/literacy, medical/drug testing and criminal background checks.

What's in it for you | Nōu te rourou

• Professional development opportunities linked to your pay
• Fantastic hourly rates for qualified candidates + an afternoon shift allowance
• Great discounts on our products
• Access to discounted health insurance
• Subsidised on-site café
• A day off on your birthday
• Wellness initiatives
• Access to naturopathic advice from our in-house experts
• A fun and supportive work environment

Vitaco is a great place to work and it's all because of our people and culture. We have a fun, supportive environment, and team; offer great discounts on our products, a day off on your birthday, onsite parking, a subsidised cafeteria, internal training programmes to ensure you develop professionally that are linked to pay increases, discounted health insurance, and the list goes on.

Applications will be considered before the closing date. To learn more about this career opportunity or to apply online, please click Apply Online and you will be taken to our careers page.

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To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa!