Production Operator - Manufacturing

Production Operator Role Overview

We are looking for a committed Production Operator to join our manufacturing team in Auckland. The role primarily involves operating and maintaining production machinery to ensure products meet top-quality standards, while following safety and quality protocols and supporting ongoing enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Strictly adhere to all safety, health, environmental, and site-specific procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Engage actively in safety programs, conduct risk assessments, and report hazards or near-misses promptly.
• Perform precise and timely quality checks, complying with food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Maintain accurate documentation of production metrics including stoppages and quality results, escalating issues quickly to relevant personnel.
• Operate and adjust production equipment based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), conducting routine checks and basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Participate fully in Nestlé Continuous Excellence initiatives aimed at waste reduction, efficiency improvement, and operational standard maintenance.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to meet production goals, ensuring smooth shift handovers and daily communication.
• Complete necessary training to enhance skills and continuously improve competence in operating plant machinery and process monitoring.

Candidate Profile

• Dependable, trustworthy, and possess a positive disposition.
• Physically fit to meet the manual handling demands of the role.
• Demonstrates adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and strict health and safety guidelines.
• Proficient with computer systems and quick to adapt to new digital tools.
• Competent in basic mathematics, including accurate measurement and data analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Forklift license is advantageous.
• Meticulous attention to detail ensuring consistent quality standards.
• Resourceful and strategic in problem-solving situations.
• Capable of clear communication and collaboration with colleagues, supervisors, and stakeholders.
• Applicants must be either a Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold a valid work visa for New Zealand.