Manufacturing Trainer

Other (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)
Full time
We know the importance that food plays in people's lives – the power it has to bring people, families, and communities together. At McCain, our purpose is to celebrate real connections, through delicious planet-friendly food, with those that are important to us.
The Role:
McCain Foods in Timaru is searching for a dedicated Manufacturing Trainer to join our team. As a leading producer of frozen potato fries and chips, we need a skilled trainer to help develop our workforce, ensuring high standards in safety and production efficiency.
You will be working Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm (40 hours per week), reporting to our Training Lead, and working closely with our packing and production teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver hands-on training and upskilling to production staff, particularly in the processing area.
Review and update Work Instructions/Standard Works to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Organise and maintain accurate training records and competency management systems.
Collaborate with the Training Lead to schedule training sessions and ensure all employees are trained in line with McCain Foods' safety standards.
Maintain a flexible approach to working hours, with some work required outside the standard schedule when necessary.
About you:
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and priorities.
Effective communicator with the ability to clearly explain complex manufacturing processes.
Mechanically minded, with experience in manufacturing operations.
Experience with Microsoft programs (Excel, Word) is an advantage.
Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
What's in it for you?
Opportunity to be part of a global iconic brand
Employee & Family Assistance Program, and Education Assistance Programs
Immediate cover for Life and Total Permanent Disability Insurance
Matched KiwiSaver contribution up to 4%
Pioneering, innovative and dedicated development programs
Opportunity to 'Chip In' and give back to the community as part of our paid volunteer program
A friendly and supportive family company culture
If you're passionate about training and want to be part of an industry leader in food production, we'd love to hear from you
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.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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