Packhose Worker Cherries

Central Orchard Management Ltd.OtherCromwell, Otago1mo ago
PACKHOUSE WORKER WANTED – SUMMER JOB IN CROMWELL
Location: Cromwell, Central Otago, New Zealand
Season: Summer 26/27 (December 2026 - January/February 2027)
Job Type: Seasonal Work
Be part of the team that gets our cherries ready for the world
Join our busy packhouse team and play an important role in grading, packing and preparing premium Central Otago cherries for customers around the world.
No previous packhouse experience is required - training is provided. We’re looking for reliable, hardworking people who enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in doing a great job.
About the Role
You’ll work as part of a team across different stages of the packing process, including:
Tipping freshly harvested cherries into the sorting and grading equipment
Grading, sorting and checking fruit quality
Packing cherries into boxes of different sizes and formats
Weighing and checking packed product for accuracy
Lidding and preparing boxes for dispatch
Moving packed boxes to the coolstore
Keeping your work area clean, tidy and hygienic
Following all food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures
Working closely with your team and supervisors to keep production running smoothly
Moving between different tasks as production requirements change
Shifts & working hours
During peak harvest, our packhouse operates extended hours and flexibility is important.
Depending on fruit volumes and operational requirements, you may be rostered for:
Early morning shifts, with starts around 6:00 am
Late afternoon / evening shifts
Shifts generally range from 6–10 hours, depending on fruit volumes
Weekend work is required, with rostered days off during the week
Some public holiday work may be required during peak periods
Harvest volumes can change from day to day, so the ability to be flexible with shifts is important.
What We’re Looking For
You don't need previous packhouse experience - training is provided. We're looking for people who are:
Physically fit – comfortable standing for extended periods and performing repetitive packing tasks
Reliable and hardworking – punctual, consistent and committed to doing a great job
Team players – positive, respectful and able to communicate well with others
Quality-focused – attentive to detail and able to maintain high standards
Flexible and safety-conscious – able to adapt to changing production needs while following safety and food hygiene procedures
Previous packhouse, food production, warehouse or fruit industry experience is an advantage, but not essential.
What You’ll Get
💵 Great pay – rewarding effort, teamwork and reliability
🎁 Performance bonus – rewarding those who stay the season with strong attendance and high performance
🌙 Shift bonus – for working late afternoon/evening shifts during peak
❄ Work in a temperature-controlled environment during the Central Otago summer
🌏 Work with an international team – meet people from all over
🕒 Shift options during peak season – work either mornings or afternoons
💬 Supportive environment – training provided, ideas welcomed
🏡 Seasonal accommodation options may be available – ask us for details
⭐ Potential opportunities to return for future seasons
Join Us!
If you're hardworking, reliable and ready to be part of a fast-paced international team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and join our 2026/27 cherry harvest team in Cromwell! 🍒

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