Factory Process Worker | Kaimahi Wheketere Tukanga

Tatai KouraOtherPorirua, Wellington6d ago

Join Tātai Kōura Limited Partner at our Wellington Export Factory and play a hands-on role in delivering quality products to customers around the world. As a Factory Process Worker | Kaimahi Wheketere Tukanga, you will be part of a supportive, fast-paced operations team where every shift contributes to the success of our export mahi. This casual opportunity is ideal for people who enjoy practical work, take pride in doing things well, and value being part of a team with a shared purpose.

Tātai Kōura Limited Partner is seeking reliable and motivated Factory Process Workers | Kaimahi Wheketere Tukanga to join our Wellington Export Factory team on a casual basis. This role supports the day-to-day operation of our export processing facility, ensuring products are prepared, handled, packed and dispatched to the highest standards of quality, food safety and presentation.

Working as part of the Mahi (Operations) team, you will contribute to a safe, efficient and respectful workplace. You will be comfortable undertaking practical, hands-on work in a factory environment, following established procedures and adapting to changing production requirements.

Key responsibilities and tasks include:

• Undertake factory processing duties in line with daily production requirements and work instructions.

• Prepare, sort, grade, process, pack and label products accurately and efficiently.

• Maintain product quality by identifying and reporting any defects, contamination risks or quality concerns.

• Follow all food safety, hygiene, health and safety, and quality assurance procedures at all times.

• Operate processing and packing equipment safely, following training and authorised procedures.

• Clean and sanitise work areas, equipment and tools to required factory standards.

• Handle products and materials carefully to minimise waste and maintain export-quality presentation.

• Assist with stock movement, packing materials and preparation of finished goods for dispatch.

• Complete production, traceability and quality records accurately where required.

• Work collaboratively with supervisors and fellow team members to meet production targets and deadlines.

• Report equipment faults, hazards, incidents and unsafe practices promptly to the relevant supervisor.

• Carry out other reasonable duties that support factory operations and the wider Mahi team.

This casual role may involve varying hours based on production demand. You will need to be dependable, physically capable of undertaking repetitive manual tasks, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced factory environment. A positive attitude, strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices are essential.

• Previous experience in a factory, food processing, manufacturing, packing or production environment is advantageous, but not essential.

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures, work instructions and food safety requirements accurately.

• Strong commitment to health, safety, quality and hygiene standards at all times.

• Physically fit and able to undertake repetitive manual tasks, stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team while also completing tasks independently.

• Reliable, punctual and flexible to work casual shifts based on operational requirements.

• Good attention to detail, with the ability to identify product quality issues and report concerns promptly.

• Willingness to learn new processes, use factory equipment safely and adapt to changing production needs.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

• Eligibility to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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