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Food production operator

FeaturedCasualPosted 28/10/2026 · Closes 27/11/2026

Pay

Base hourly rate
$28.00/hr
8% holiday pay
+$2.24/hr
Indicative combined
$30.24/hr

8% pay-as-you-go holiday pay (qualifying arrangement). The combined figure is indicative only and does not confirm that every employer obligation is met. The hiring business is responsible for the employment agreement, pay and leave.

About the role

Chilled food manufacturer in Wakatu is adding ten food processing workers to the day shift. Full training is given on hygiene, product handling and the line. The roster is 6am to 2.30pm, Monday to Friday. Casual hours, typically 3 to 5 shifts a week. Pay is $28.00 an hour. Plus 8% holiday pay paid as you go. You'll need to be comfortable in a chilled environment and on your feet all shift. You must hold a food safety certificate. Applicants need the right to work in New Zealand and two work references. Free on-site parking. Overtime available at peak times, paid at time and a half. Keen? Apply today and we'll be in touch within a couple of days.

Duties

  • Work to daily production targets
  • Weigh, label and record product accurately
  • Follow hygiene and food safety procedures at all times
  • Keep the processing area clean and sanitised
  • Report quality issues to the supervisor

Required skills and experience

  • At least 1 months relevant experience
  • • Health and safety awareness
  • • Manual handling
  • • Time management
  • • Food safety

Essential licences or qualifications

  • Food Safety certificate

PPE, equipment and induction

Clean uniform supplied daily. Induction includes GMP, allergen control and manual handling.

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