Freezer Supervisor

**Company Description**
AFFCO is a high-performing and dynamic leader within the New Zealand Meat Industry. Established in 1904, AFFCO holds 120 years of expertise in supplying top-quality meat products to the world.

Based in Waikato, the agricultural heart of New Zealand, with over 4,000 employees, our operation has offices in the USA, UK and Hong Kong and comprises of 11 processing sites situated across New Zealand, distributing to over 80 countries.

AFFCO sources top-quality, sustainable, grass-fed, New Zealand Beef and Lamb products from our network of farmer suppliers. We are 100% New Zealand owned and operated and a proud member of the Talley’s Group; New Zealand’s leading exporter of meat, dairy, seafood, and vegetable products.

We are currently seeking an adaptable Freezer Supervisor to join our Plant Management team based in Whanganui. As a member of a dynamic management team, the Freezer Supervisor is responsible for the cold storage operations and effective liaison with all internal and external customers.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for planning, supervising and documentation of the day-to-day operations of our Freezer Department.

Key requirements for this role are a proven ability to:

- Manage the freezer's inventory movement, productivity and quality documentation.
- Manage MAF and AFFCO compliance processes, customer product specification, health and safety and cold chain management processes.
- Manage the IT system for the freezers.
- Control fixed and variable costs of labour, materials and plant.
- Supervision of Cold Storage staff including training and shift rosters.
- Solid administration skills with at least intermediate-level proficiency in Excel and Word.
- Actively promote Health & Safety

**Qualifications**
While previous experience in a similar role is an advantage, we are willing to offer training to a successful applicant with suitable experience and attitude.
**Additional Information