Description
Summary:
Join a family-owned company in Papanui, working in a team to box products and operate industrial slicers and packing machines.
Highlights:
1. Work in a supportive team environment with approachable supervisors
2. Engage in structured skills training for career development
3. Enjoy a great work environment with friendly people
We are currently seeking one reliable and capable individual to work in our Papanui-based factory.
About us
Verkerks is a family-owned and Christchurch-based NZ company that has been producing quality salami and smallgoods products for three generations.
What type of work would you be doing?
You will be working in a team in our Slice and Pack department, performing a range of tasks from boxing products to operating our industrial slicers and packing machines.
What are the hours of work?
40 hours a week, generally between 6am and 2.30pm, Monday to Friday.
What do we offer?
* A starting pay rate of $24.76 per hour, with overtime paid at time and a half
* Early starts and finishes mean more time for family commitments and/or other interests
* Earn more as you learn more through our structured skills training programme
* Generous staff discount on company products and weekly product giveaways, as well as free breakfast and end of month lunch
* An on-site strength gym with free access for you and your immediate family
* A great work environment with friendly people, and encouraging, approachable supervisors
Our ideal candidate is:
* Physically fit and strong, able to lift between 10–25kg on a regular basis
* A confident person who is able to cope under pressure
* Used to working in a cold environment (around 6 degrees)
* Reliable and organised, always turning up to work on time
* Willing to speak up when they have a suggestion to make or a problem to raise
How to apply
Apply now by either sending your CV and a cover letter explaining why you would be a great new addition to our team to: careers@verkerks.co.nz or via the quick apply button.
If you have any questions about the role or would like more information, call us now on 03 375 1720.