Rendering Operator

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 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 currently have an opportunity for enthusiastic, mechanically minded person to join our rendering team based at our Rangiuru plant near Te Puke, Bay of Plenty. No experience necessary as all training will be provided.

This position is responsible for ensuring that the plant assets are managed and maintained in a way that enhances the company's short and long term objectives.

You will also be able to demonstrate the following key requirements for the role:

• Work amongst the existing well-skilled Team.
• Be able to a work rotating shift structure and be available for callouts.
• Strong organisational skills which complement the need to manage a variety of priorities and standards.
• A basic understanding of PLC operated equipment would be an advantage.
• Maintaining a safe and tidy work environment by helping to ensure that plant and equipment is kept clean and hygienic
• Communicating any downtime and exceptions to the Rendering Supervisor
• Passing on any cost saving ideas and recommendations for plant operations to the Rendering Supervisor.

Qualifications/Personal Requirements:

• Physically active
• Results driven with strong motivation
• A high level of integrity and trustworthiness

Preference will be given to those with experience in food manufacturing or engineering environments.

If you believe you are the right person to take on this opportunity, please send your resume and brief covering letter online through this ad, give us a call on , or visit our plant to pick up an application form at 1562 Te Puke Highway, Paengaroa.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.