Process Technician

About the role  

We are seeking experienced Process Operators who are available to start from December to join our Blending and Canning team on a Fixed term Contract until the end of March. 

Whether you've got years under your belt or just a couple of years' experience in dairy or food manufacturing, we want to hear from you. If you're mechanically minded, safety-focused and ready to work with cutting-edge equipment, this is your chance to be part of Doing Milk Differently. 

What You'll Do 

You'll operate highly automated equipment to transform milk and ingredients into premium nutrition products. Your day-to-day will include: 

• Dispensing ingredients, mixing, tipping, and batch preparation 

• In-process testing and quality control checks 

• Intrusive cleaning and sanitation of processing equipment 

• Operate sophisticated automated equipment in a dairy manufacturing process  

• Perform product quality checks to minimise losses and boost line efficiency  

• Uphold high safety and quality standards within the manufacturing environment  

• Collaborate within a high-performing team to achieve production goals  

 What we offer: 

• Competitive pay: $28.85 or based on experience

• Work-life balance – enjoy a rotating roster of 2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off (12.5-hour shifts). 

• Sustainable values – we're proud to be B Corp certified. 

• Community & connection – join our active Social Club. 

This is a fixed term role from mid-December to the end of March. Our roster pattern consists of four rotational shifts 2 day – 2 night and 4 days off, operating Monday to Sunday, with each shift running for 12.5 hours. The roster pattern is subject to change based on operational requirements. 

You must be available to work all four shifts on the rotating roster. Morning Shift – 05:45 AM to 06:15 PM and Night Shift -  05:45 PM to 6:15 AM.

What You'll Bring 

We're looking for operators who can hit the ground running or are eager to grow with the right support. You might be a senior operator with deep knowledge of dairy/food production or an experienced operator ready to step into a more advanced role.

You must be available for the full length of the fixed term contract until the end of March.

To thrive in this role, you'll have: 

• 2+ years' experience in food/dairy manufacturing (preferred) 

• Mechanical aptitude to understand and operate our equipment  

• Problem-solving and fault-finding skills 

• Thorough with good attention to detail  

• A proactive attitude and solid communication skills 

• Ability to lift up to 25kg and work 12.5-hour shifts (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off) 

About us – The Synlait Spirit 

Synlait is more than a global leader in milk nutrition – we're a purpose-led team that's Doing Milk Differently For A Healthier World. Our Synlait Spirit guides everything we do, from how we show up each day to the impact we create together. You'll be joining an authentic, down-to-earth team that lives the three values that underpin the Synlait Spirit. 

Be The Difference means we understand before we act – that means asking why, supporting each other to think differently, stay curious, and continuously look for smarter ways to deliver value. Whether it's in the paddock, the plant or the boardroom, we're driven by impact and inspired to make a meaningful difference every day. 

We Move as One by working together with respect, trust and a shared commitment to doing what's right. We collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions and create opportunity for those around us. 

We feed the world's most vulnerable, including newborn babies, so we have to be Right on the Mark. That means we take accountability seriously, act with courage and focus our energy on what matters most. We combine expert farming and state of the art processing to deliver high quality nutritional products to all over the world. 

At Synlait you'll be challenged and supported to grow. We know everyone brings something unique to the table so we're an inclusive workplace, where diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success. 

What's next? Apply now

Include your most recent CV summarising your abilities and what you can bring to Synlait. We wish you the best of luck in your application. We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications regularly and may close the advertisement early. If you don't hear from us regarding this role, please know that we will keep your details on file and consider you for future opportunities that match your skills and experience. 

Together we will continue to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.

Applicants outside of New Zealand will only be considered if you have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.   

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