Process Technician

About the role

We are seeking experienced Process Operators to join and grow our Blending and Canning team. In this role, you’ll operate cutting-edge equipment and processes to produce advanced nutrition products, serving clients at multiple locations worldwide.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team where your dedication, proactive attitude, and willingness to learn are valued. If you're driven to grow, have an eye for detail, and take pride in seeing the results of your work enjoyed globally, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Operate sophisticated automated equipment in a dairy manufacturing process
• Perform product quality checks to minimise losses and boost line efficiency
• Uphold high safety and quality standards within the manufacturing environment
• Collaborate within a high-performing team to achieve production goals

What We Offer

• A great work-life balance with a 4-on, 4-off rotating roster (2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off)
• A competitive starting hourly rate of $28.54, with opportunities for increases after completing competency sign off
• Ongoing training and development to help you grow in your role or provide opportunities throughout the business
• Health insurance cover + Partnered with top brands for great benefits and discounts
• Excellent parental leave with our Matua policy + Flexible working options available
• World Class manufacturing facilities and BCorpTM certified
• Social Club membership opportunities

Skills and Experience We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in the dairy or food manufacturing industry as a Process Operator. However, if you don't have this background, we still encourage you to apply! We're firstly looking for individuals with the right attitude, commitment, eagerness to learn and dive in. Training will be provided to help you upskill.

• Mechanical aptitude to understand and operate our equipment
• Thorough with good attention to detail
• Self-motivated and proactive
• There will be some lifting required of up to 25 Kg
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of processes

Applicants outside of New Zealand will only be considered if you have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

About Us – The Synlait Way

Synlait is a dynamic, purpose-led milk nutrition company that is Doing Milk Differently for a Healthier World! We pride our organisation as being different and allowing our spirit to drive our success, shifting perceptions and driving value through new thinking and a new attitude.

You’ll be joining down-to-earth, authentic people working together to create the very best in milk nutrition as we combine expert farming with innovative thinking and state-of-the-art processing to produce a range of nutritional milk products for our global customers.

We will challenge you by providing the opportunities you’ve been seeking to expand your career; we believe that everyone brings unique experiences and perspectives to the table so are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and embrace diversity to drive innovation and business success.

What's next?

Include your most recent CV and cover letter summarising your abilities and what you can bring to Synlait. We wish you the best of luck in your application. We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications regularly and may close the advertisement early. If you don't hear from us this time, we'll keep your details on file for future opportunities.

Together we will continue to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.