Equipment Operator - Processing

Join us at Danone ,where your work touches lives and contributes to a healthier world. As a global leader with a unique health-focused portfolio in food and beverages, we are driven by a mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible. Embedded in our culture is a profound sense of purpose and a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community. At Danone , we believe in the power of our people ,and we are dedicated to creating an environment where our core values of humanism, openness, enthusiasm, and proximity lead the way to achieving our goals. Danone Nutricia NZ is looking for a Equipment Operator (Processing) to join our team in our Dairy Factory in Balclutha. You will be part of our Production team to support the processing of raw milk into infant formula, and play a key role in delivering high-quality products, for the first time right to our consumers day after day. You will assist in achieving our business goals through your ability to be alert, follow our procedures, and be a great team player. This vacancyisa permanent full-time job, working a rotating shift roster 2 days, 2 nights and 4 days off. Please note these are physical roles that involve heavy lifting, standing in long periods and climbing stairs on a daily basis. To be successful you will have: Experience operating factory machinery , preferably in the food industry – familiarity with spray-drying processes is an advantage Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and a strong Health & Safety / Quality focus An understanding of hygiene requirements in a food manufacturing plant (ideal if you have worked in a High Care environment) Strong attention to detail , ability to work shifts and be a team player At Danone , we aim to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with ourVision - Danone, One Planet. One Health.We operate across four business lines: Essential DairyandPlant-BasedProducts, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Medical Nutrition. Our headquarters are in France, we have offices in 55 countries across the globe, and our products are sold in over 120 markets. At Danone ANZfocuses on dairy and specialized nutrition products for infants and adults and is proud to be awarded theGreat Place to Work accreditationwinner for ANZ in 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025– a globally recognised program where we feature as one of Australia’s top places to work. Located in the beautiful vista of Greenfield, just 20 minutes from Balclutha in the South Otago region, Danone Nutricia NZ spray drying plant employs state-of-the-art European technology to manufacture and package high-quality nutritional powders. Our farm-fresh quality NZ milk is collected, delivered and processed daily, ensuring only the best for our consumers. Our operation prides itself on delivering the finest food and ingredients to help stand by the consumers of our products. Visit our website WE ARE DANONE to find out more about us. Medical insurance paid for by the company for you and discounts for your whānau Free life insurance Flu vaccination, free annual medical checks, and free onsite car parking, Discount in our products and at a range of retailers. Gym and cafe discounts. Annual Bonus Scheme 4% Kiwisaver contribution and so much more! 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave Employee Share Subscription Plan after 12 months of service Performance-related incentives and annual reviews We believe everyone has talent, something which comes natural to you. Your uniqueness is something which brings both excellence as well as energizes you. Proving yourself in this role could lead to future opportunities within Danone both locally and abroad. We support our employees to take ownership of developing their career within Danone and encourage moves across (as well as within) our varying functions and businesses. We are passionate about developing and growing our team of leaders, and that could soon include you! Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) We proudly affirm that we are an Equal EmploymentOpportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and disability at our company. #J-18808-Ljbffr