Process Technician – Filler

Job title: Process Technician – Filler

Company: Synlait


Job description: Job Description:About the roleWe are seeking experienced Process Technicians to join our Blending and Canning team supporting on our Filler line.In this permanent role, you’ll operate advanced automated systems to produce high-quality nutrition products for global markets. If you’ve previously worked in food or dairy manufacturing and understand what it takes to keep production running safely, efficiently and to the highest standards then we want to hear from you.Key Responsibilities

• Operate, and monitor the PLF filler line, ensuring it runs efficiently and safely throughout the shift
• Conduct regular in-process checks including weight verification, metal detection, and visual inspections to ensure product quality and compliance
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical or process issues, and coordinate with maintenance or team leads for more complex problems
• Support batch traceability, ensuring minimal downtime and accurate recording of batch data
• 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

• Depending on experience pay rate will start from $28.54 and up to $32.90 for experienced operators, with opportunities for increases after completing competency sign off.
• Ongoing training and development to help you grow in your role or provide opportunities throughout the business

This is a full-time permanent role. Our roster pattern consists of three rotational shifts operating Monday to Friday, with each shift running for 8.75 hours. The roster pattern is subject to change based on operational requirements.You must be available to work all three shifts on the rotating roster. Morning Shift – 6:00 AM to 2:45 PM, Afternoon Shift – 1:45 PM to 10:30 PM, Night Shift – 9:45 PM to 6:30 AMSkills and Experience We’re Looking For:We are specifically targeting experienced Process Technicians who bring their skill, accuracy, and a proactive mindset.The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience, ideally on a filler line within a dairy or food manufacturing environment.Mechanical aptitude to understand and operate our equipment

• Strong understanding of critical control points and hygiene procedures
• Attention to detail and strong focus on product quality
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Physical ability to lift up to 25kg safely and repeatedly
• The confidence to troubleshoot, identify issues, and escalate when needed

If you don’t tick all the boxes, we still encourage you to apply!Applicants outside of New Zealand will only be considered if you have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.About Us – The Synlait WaySynlait is a dynamic, purpose-led milk nutrition company that is Doing Milk Differently for a Healthier World! We pride our organisation as being different and allowing our spirit to drive our success, shifting perceptions and driving value through new thinking and a new attitude.You’ll be joining down-to-earth, authentic people working together to create the very best in milk nutrition as we combine expert farming with innovative thinking and state-of-the-art processing to produce a range of nutritional milk products for our global customers.We will challenge you by providing the opportunities you’ve been seeking to expand your career; we believe that everyone brings unique experiences and perspectives to the table so are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and embrace diversity to drive innovation and business success.What’s next? Apply now!Include your most recent CV and cover letter 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 andmay close the advertisement early. If you don’t hear from us this time, we’ll keep your details on file for future opportunities.Together we will continue to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.

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Location: Mangere, Auckland

Job date: Sat, 31 May 2025 05:31:06 GMT

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