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Mill Operator

New Zealand, Ashburton · Job Posted June 08, 2026
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Job Description

Our Ashburton mill operation is experiencing continued growing demand and we're looking for a casual Mill Operator to join our team when we need them most. If you are a team player, have a passion for excellence and a strong belief in the health and safety of yourself, your team, and the environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Responsibility

  • Being part of the team on the mill floor, assisting in manufacturing requirements
  • Ensuring accuracy of raw ingredient additives into the manufacturing process
  • Loading and unloading trucks
  • Bagging feed

Requirements

  • Forklift endorsement
  • Physically fit as there will be lifting and manual handling tasks
  • Clean MOJ record
  • Legal right to work in New Zealand

What we offer

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Sick leave from Day 1
  • Exclusive Farmlands shareholding offer providing access to a vast array of discounts with our partners and purchasing within Farmlands retail stores

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