Production Operator

2 weeks ago

New Plymouth, New Zealand Arxada Full time

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection.

With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success.

We are looking for a Production Operator located at our Site in New Plymouth. Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the production facility whilst following established SOPs & maintaining high safety and quality standards.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Arxada; you’ll work alongside a collaborative and supportive team, gain exposure to global practices, and be part of a company where your contributions will make a real difference.

Essential Job Functions:

- Responsible for the day to day operations of the production facilities under the direction of the Production Supervisor or Senior Operator, whilst following established SOP’s.
- Produce products as requested in production plan or as requested by Production Supervisor or Senior Operator, including preparation of materials, producing/blending product, down packing and decanting of product into final sales pack
- Ensure that products that are produced follow all relevant SOP’s & are produced to the highest standards.
- Ensure that all production activities are recorded accurately (e.g. batch logs, pack down logs, etc).
- Accurately enter data into SAP
- Ensure that assigned work areas are kept clean & clear access is maintained.
- Actively participate in workplace improvement programmes.
- Proposing improvement ideas to Production Supervisor or Senior Operator.
- Dedicated to adhering to EHSQ processes, systems, and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Attention to detail and has a safety focused approach, required
- Numeracy & literacy, NCEA Level 1 preferred
- Forklift license, required
- Full drivers license, required
- Computer literacy preferred
- Previous operations experience preferred
- Basic SAP knowledge or experience desirable
- Proactive and willing to contribute ideas
- Team player

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas:
Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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