Process Operator

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

This is a fixed term role for approx. 6 months as maternity leave cover.

If you’re interested in joining a fast paced, challenging but enjoyable workplace then please apply online through this ad.