Dairy Production Operator

Background

Appleby Farms is a Nelson based Ice Cream company that was established in in 2017.

Our aim is to be internationally renowned and awarded for our exceptional Appleby Farms ice cream. We are off to a great start winning several awards at the New Zealand Ice Cream Awards and the NZ Outstanding Food Producer Awards.

Due to recent growth and purchase of the Little Island Brand we require a new Production Operator to join our dynamic manufacturing team.

Position Summary

You will be part of a small but highly motivated team dedicated to making exceptional ice cream safely, hygienically and efficiently at our modern ice-cream plant in Stoke, Nelson.

The role will involve a variety of production related tasks and no day is ever the same!

You will need to be real team player with excellent communication skills, be safety-minded, and have a great mechanical aptitude.

Previous relevant experience in an food manufacturing environment is ideal and previous experience in the dairy industry would be exceptional. Full on-the-job and off-line training will be provided to help you reach your full potential including the option of completing a Dairy Processing Apprenticeship.

The role will be permanent and full-time; typically 40 hours/week. There may be a requirement to work longer hours on some days and flexibility for occasional weekend work to fit with the production schedule of our demand-driven business.

We will offer a friendly and professional work environment, good terms & conditions as well as opportunity for advancement as our young business continues to grow and develop.