Production Specialist

Jacobs Douwe Egberts

Auckland
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Company DescriptionJDE Peet's is the world's leading pure-play coffee and tea company, serving approximately 4,200 cups of coffee or tea per second, and is headquartered in the Netherlands. For more than 265 years, we've been inspired by the belief that it's amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee. We unleash the possibilities of coffee and tea in more than 100 countries with a portfolio of over 50 brands including Kiwi favourites such as Moccona, L'OR, Hummingbird, Bell Tea, Jed's, Ti Ora and more. In 2022, JDE Peet's generated total sales of close to 15 billion NZD and employed a global workforce of more than 20,000 employees.We offer our people a range of learning and development programs to support their personal growth and we believe that a diverse and inclusive culture enables us to serve every coffee and tea lover in the best possible way.Find out more at https://careers-nz.jacobsdouweegberts.com/Job DescriptionJDE Peet's is looking for a committed Production Assistant or Machine Operator or Assembly worker in our factory in Ōtara, Auckland to work from 3.30pm to midnight, Monday to Friday. This is a permanent, full-time role. The world of coffee and tea is an exciting one, and our Auckland factory is an important part of that, therefore there will be plenty of opportunities to develop your skills across a range of machinery. This role is vital in ensuring a safe work environment, and the production of high-quality tea and coffee.Key tasks will include:

Operating machinery
Manufacturing and packaging tea and coffee products to specifications
Setting up machines and/or weighing scales (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle
Pack, stack and move pallets with the use of a forklift when/if required
Ensure raw materials accurately flow to the machines
Fix any issues that might happen during the shift (including basic troubleshooting) or ask for help to problem solve
Complete paperwork
Maintain high-quality standards and aim for continuous improvement
Keep a clean and safe working environment and make the best use of the space available
Complete quality and production records in line with policies/procedures
Report any issues/non-conformances & waste
Labelling/tagging of bags and packing
Work to meet daily targets
Proactively managing your own time and work priorities
Can work both autonomously and as part of a team

QualificationsTo be the best Production Specialist, we're looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:

Production Operator experience (ideally within Food, Beverage or Pharma Industries)
A forklift licence with operations experience is preferred
You're able to safely lift up to 25kgs
Willingness to learn, grow and adapt as production needs change
Willingness to commit full time to the afternoon shift (3.30pm - midnight) including paid overtime as needed
Valid NZ working rights
You have your own transport to get to our factory in Ōtara

Additional InformationWhat's in it for you?

Income Protection and Life Insurance for you and your family
Delicious coffee and tea on-site and quarterly free staff parcels including a range of our coffee and tea brands
You will be representing a respected multinational famous for their brands such as Moccona, L'OR, JED's, Hummingbird and Bell Tea

Are you up for this challenge?If so, please grab a cuppa, brush up your CV and apply now (it's really easy, we promise). If you have any questions you'd like to ask before applying, feel free to send an e-mail to NZ Talent ( ).Note: no applications are handled via e-mail.We are not an accredited employer therefore cannot assist with work visas and currently only accepting applications of candidates who have already obtained legal rights to work in NZ.

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