L5b Senior Operator - Processing, Tirau - Taupo & Southern Waikato - 12822 - Fonterra

Job Name

Senior Operator - Processing, Tirau

General Information

Date Published

01-Aug-2025

Advertising Ends

10-Aug-2025

ID#

12822

Role Type

Process and Packing operators

Work Type

Permanent Full-Time

Workplace Type

On-site

Country

New Zealand

Location

Taupo & Southern Waikato

Position Description

Our Co-operative

Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō | Imagine Tomorrow with Us

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves.

Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution.

Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.

He kupu mō mātou | About us

Our Tirau site specialises in producing casein and lactalbumin, and in the F23 season, it began manufacturing lactose slurry for export to international markets. The lactose slurry is used in both food and industrial applications, while casein and lactalbumin are primarily utilised in infant formula and sports nutrition products.

Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated Senior Operator to join the team at our Tirau site on fixed-term basis for 3-months. This is a fantastic opportunity if you are serious about advancing your career and keen to be part of a highly engaged team.

You’ll have plenty of variety in this role, from running diagnostics and problem solving to keeping an eye on quality control and ensuring our plant and equipment is clean. Your great attitude along with your attention to detail and mechanical aptitude will see you succeed in this role.

Key responsibilities and elements of the role include:

Assist plant operators with day-to-day processes
Ensure completion of regular compliance activities and documentation
Maintain good housekeeping of processing environments
Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture

Mōu | About You

You will be working as part of a dedicated and high performing team and will need to have a strong focus on health and safety. Whilst a sound mechanical aptitude is a pivotal aspect of this role, other ideal skills include:

Sound planning and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and teamwork ability
Self-motivated with good time management skills
Able to work in a hygienic environment
Good communication skills
Being physically fit, as some manual lifting is required up to 25kgs

Ngā Aura | Our Values

At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz

Tā mātou oati | Our Commitment to You

We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:

Fair and equitable pay
Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
Professional development opportunities
Career growth support
Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
Employee recognition
Support for community involvement and cultural connection

To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers

Ngā Mahi | A Career of Opportunities

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.

Tātou Tātou | Join Us

Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.

You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.

He Wāhi mō te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion.

Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth.

If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday 10th August.

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L5b Senior Operator - Processing, Tirau

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