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Factory Process Worker

Payment: Paid Position ($24 - $25)
Location: Dunsandel
Region: Christchurch & Canterbury
Experience: No Experience Necessary
Listing Added: 25/09/2026
Company: Mills Recruitment Limited

IMMEDIATE START AVAILALBE - WEDNESDAY 30th SEPTEMBER


We’re looking for motivated and reliable people to join us in supporting our client, a leading New Zealand dairy and nutrition company, at their modern processing facility near Rolleston.

You’ll be part of a busy production team, with a range of day, night and rotating shift options available across multiple departments.

About our Client
Our client is known globally for producing high-quality nutritional milk products and ingredients, supplying customers in over 50 countries. With a strong focus on innovation, food safety, sustainability and people, they offer a workplace where training, development and long-term career opportunities are genuinely valued.

Whether you’re just starting out or already experienced in food or dairy manufacturing, this is your chance to join a well-established Canterbury operation with world-class systems and a great team culture.

Shifts & Rotations
Different shift patterns are available depending on the department, including:
 

  • 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off – 5.45am–6.15pm / 5.45pm–6.15am
  • Day shift – 6.00am–4.00pm
  • Night shift – 4.00pm–4.00am
  • Overtime opportunities may be available depending on department requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating and monitoring production line machinery
  • Operating filling machines, case packers and palletising robots
  • Sorting, packing, sampling and completing quality checks
  • Assisting with general production line duties
  • Managing damaged or wasted product
  • Cleaning and maintaining equipment and work areas
  • Following all food safety and health & safety standards

What We’re Looking For

  • Honest, reliable and motivated team players
  • Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety and quality
  • Responsive in communication – able to answer emails and texts promptly when additional shifts are available
  • Comfortable with repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexible and available to work the shift pattern required by your department, including weekends and public holidays
  • Available to pick up shifts at short notice where required
  • Full Driver Licence
  • Able to pass a pre-employment drug test and MOJ check
  • Valid working rights in New Zealand

What’s on Offer

  • Additional $1 per hour for night shift
  • Free bus service to and from Rolleston
  • Ongoing training and genuine career progression
  • Modern, state-of-the-art facilities
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for overtime depending on department requirements
  • Immediate start available

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