Senior Process Technician

About the Company At Synlait, we are a dynamic, purpose-driven milk nutrition company committed to "Doing Milk Differently for a Healthier World." We pride ourselves on our unique culture, which fosters innovation and challenges traditional perceptions in the dairy industry. Our team consists of authentic, down-to-earth individuals who work collaboratively to produce high-quality nutritional milk products for our global customers. As we combine expert farming practices with state-of-the-art processing, we believe in creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives can drive our success. About the Role We are excited to offer a permanent opportunity for a Senior Process Technician to join our team at our Dunsandel manufacturing wetmix plant. In this role, you will operate our highly automated plant to convert milk and ingredients into value-added products. You will be responsible for meeting production processing requirements, addressing plant and process challenges, performing cleaning tasks, and conducting plant walks and inspections. Our shift pattern is designed to provide flexibility and promote work-life balance, allowing for four days off between shifts. The shift schedule is as follows: 2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off, with each shift lasting 12.5 hours. The main responsibilities of this role include: - Operating critical manufacturing equipment within specified running parameters - Ensuring that all products are manufactured to specifications and meet quality standards - Maintaining a high-quality manufacturing environment - Adhering to Synlait’s Quality and Safety Principles - Following good documentation practices - Investigating production, safety, and quality issues to identify root causes - Demonstrating an understanding of Integrated Work Systems (IWS) principles - Managing time effectively in a fast-paced environment - Communicating clearly and being motivated to learn To succeed in this role, you will need to be proactive in delivering processing requirements and possess strong problem-solving abilities. Skills and Experience We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will have previous experience operating Steriliser/Wet Process machinery, along with strong technical knowledge. You should be capable of troubleshooting mechanical issues while optimizing efficiency and product quality. We are looking for candidates with: - Well-developed problem-solving and fault-finding skills - A minimum of two years of experience in the dairy, food, or another relevant manufacturing industry - Legal eligibility to live and work in New Zealand for applicants outside of New Zealand What We Offer We value our team members and provide a range of benefits, including: - Health insurance coverage, with partnerships that offer excellent benefits and discounts - Exceptional parental leave under our Matua policy - Membership opportunities in our Social Club What’s Next? If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now by submitting your most recent CV and a cover letter that outlines your qualifications and what you can contribute to Synlait. We encourage you to apply early, as we will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and may close the advertisement sooner than anticipated. Together, we will continue to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best. We look forward to your application.