Process Operator

5 days ago


Mount Maunganui, New Zealand Bakels Edible Oils (N.Z.) Ltd Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$80,000 per year

Ready for your next step in food manufacturing?If you have an engineering background, mechanical aptitude, and strong problem-solving skills, we want to hear from you — BEO has the career pathway you've been looking for

We're urgently seeking experienced Production Operators to join our team. You'll be hands-on with a mix of automated and manual plant equipment, keeping production running safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

This is a permanent role on a 4-on-4-off rotating roster (two 12-hour days, two 12-hour nights, then four days off). You'll work with a high-performing team that values safety, efficiency, and a bit of fun along the way.

What we need from you:

  • Proven experience in production or manufacturing (ideally food-related)
  • Engineering background with strong mechanical aptitude
  • Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and good numerical, reading, and writing skills
  • Physical fitness for 12-hour shifts
  • Team-focused attitude and willingness to learn

Bonus skills:

  • Forklift licence
  • Experience with food safety systems (HACCP)
  • Previous shift work

The Company

The Company Bakels Edible Oils specialises in manufacturing plant and animal-based oils and fats, that are the value-adding ingredients behind some of some of New Zealand's most iconic brands. Deeply rooted in our DNA is our strong family culture and our desire to formulate the best place to work for our people. We're in this for good. One team, all together for a better world. Bringing the right talent into our team, that align with our core values (Integrity, Respect and Dedication) is vital to our success.

So, if you value the same things, why not join us?

Candidates must be able to pass pre-employment substance tests and have the right to work in NZ.


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