Packing Operator

Position Title: Packing Operator

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Position Location: Timaru

Requisition ID: 35458

We have an exciting opportunity to join our recently upgraded packing room operation, which involves overseeing the packaging line and process, ensuring all is running smoothly and trouble shooting and seeking solutions when things aren't.

We are a 24/7 operation, so the role works a rotating shift pattern, 2 x day shifts 7am - 7pm, then 2 x night shifts 7pm - 7am, then 4 consecutive days off. You will be working as a key member of a small team, so attendance at work is critical to ensure the plant is appropriately resourced. There is some manual handling of boxes required on occasion, and you are on your feet for several hours, so a reasonable level of fitness and strength is required.

About the role:

• Operation and troubleshooting of key packing equipment including:
  • Grading, weighing, bagging
  • Case packing, taping, case coding
  • Pallet wrapping and labelling
• Accurate completion of quality and operations documentation
• Ensuring a clean environment and safe food handling
• Hazard identification and reporting

About you:

• Hold good health and safety practices in the highest regard
• Previous machine operation experience considered advantageous
• Good computer and data entry skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good communication skills and a sense of humour!
• A ‘Can do’ attitude, with a dose of initiative
• The ability to meet the physical and mental requirements of the role
• Full training will be given to the successful applicants.

What’s in it for you?

• Strong Health and Safety focus
• Collaborative and inclusive team environment with opportunities for cross-functional learning
• Access to exclusive employee discounts on McCain products
• Fully funded life & permanent disability insurance
• Matched KiwiSaver contribution up to 4%
• Professional development opportunities, with rate increases subject to training completion

If you think you are the right fit for this role, please submit an application, we would love to hear from you!

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete a medical check, drug screening and reference checks.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.

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Job Family: Manufacturing
Division: ANZ
Department: Timaru Production D
Location(s): NZ - New Zealand : Canterbury : Timaru

Company: McCain Foods (NZ) Limited