Process Operator

Description

Summary: Join a New Zealand biotech company as a detail-focused Process Operator, ensuring safe and high-quality production of enzyme-based products in a GMP-regulated environment. Highlights: 1. Operate and monitor production equipment for enzyme-based products. 2. Contribute to continuous improvement in a GMP-regulated facility. 3. Work collaboratively with various teams in a fast-paced environment. Company description RENCO is a New Zealand biotech company producing natural enzymes and has done so for more than 100 years. 100% New Zealand-owned and operated, RENCO is a proud member of the Talley's Group, New Zealand's leading exporter of meat, dairy, seafood, and vegetable products.   Job Description We are seeking a reliable and detail-focused Process Operator to join our manufacturing facility located in Eltham. This role is critical to ensuring safe, consistent, and high-quality production of enzyme-based products used in food manufacturing. You'll operate processing equipment, monitor production parameters, and contribute to continuous improvement in a GMP-regulated environment.  Key Responsibilities will include:  * Operate, monitor, and control production equipment in line with batch instructions and SOPs * Carry out raw material handling, dosing, and processing of rennet and related products * Monitor critical process parameters (temperature, pH, time, yields) and escalate deviations * Complete accurate production, quality, and traceability records * Perform routine cleaning, sanitation (CIP), and changeovers * Adhere to food safety, quality, health & safety, and environmental requirements * Assist with basic troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and process improvements * Work collaboratively with Quality, Maintenance, and Supervisory teams * Participate in shift work as required (including nights or weekends if applicable)   Qualifications * Previous experience as a Process Operator, Production Operator, or Manufacturing Technician preferred. * Understanding of GMP, hygiene, and food safety principles * Comfortable working with procedures, batch documentation, and quality systems * Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail * Physically fit and able to work in a manufacturing environment * Strong team player with clear communication skills * Willingness to learn specialised rennet and enzyme processes While preferred, these are not essential, key attributes we are looking for include a positive attitude, willingness to learn and keen on getting stuck in.    Additional information All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand  If you're interested in joining a fast paced, challenging but enjoyable workplace then please apply online through this ad.