We are a Co-operative created and owned by Aotearoa New Zealand dairy farmers. Since our beginnings, collaboration, innovation, and passion have enabled us to share the goodness of our dairy with the world. We're committed to caring for the land, our animals, and every drop of milk, producing nutritious food with safe, quality ingredients loved here in New Zealand and around the world.As part of the Fonterra Co-op, you'll be solving for a better future alongside a team connected by solid values as we strive to be a leader in dairy sustainability, dairy innovation and science, with a focus on New Zealand milk.When you join Fonterra, you'll open yourself to a career of opportunities where you can grow with us by developing your skills, sharing your knowledge, and exploring diverse career paths that ignite your passions.Fonterra Oceania is our newly formed entity that merges the Fonterra Brands New Zealand (FBNZ) and Fonterra Australia operations, aimed at enhancing our competitive position in the trans-Tasman dairy market. The integration of Fonterra Brands New Zealand (FBNZ) and Fonterra Australia builds on similarities to outperform the competition, create scale and synergies, and will strengthen our competitive edge. This role will join a team that helps to build an even stronger trans-Tasman dairy business with reach across Oceania and beyond.We have three Fonterra Oceania (NZ based) operated sites in Takanini, Eltham and Palmerston North, and two central distribution centres in Auckland and Christchurch, with the largest chilled foods network across New Zealand.About the opportunity | Te whiwhinga mahiWe are looking for a Process Technologist to join our Makomako Road (Palmerston North) site, where you will be responsible for providing outstanding technical support to our manufacturing plant as well as monitor and improve our processes, with an overall goal to optimise our efficiency and performance.You will be joining a supportive, collaborative and high performing team who work together to provide solutions to the business. Reporting to the Business Improvement Manager, you will act as a technical coach and utilise your solid problem-solving skills to trouble-shoot production issues that occur during plant operation. This role involves collecting and analysing data, leading improvement projects and effectively communicating with a range of stakeholders. Additionally, the role includes directing and coaching the site to support the development of IWS (Integrated Work Systems) capability and achieve outstanding results.In this varied role, your key responsibilities include:Provide technical support to manufacturing sites and internal and external customer requirements.Ensure products and processes are within manufacturing capability, process, business and regulatory requirements.Provide problem solving and technical support for process exceptions to help return plant to stable operation and capability.Drive development of new and/or improved processes in dairy manufacturing and commercialisation of technologies.This is a fantastic opportunity to use your technical expertise and gain exposure as well as develop your career with NZ's largest Co-Op!About you | Ko wai koeWe are looking for a driven individual with a strong technical mindset and passion for process improvement. A can-do attitude and willingness to go the extra mile when dealing with a variety of stakeholders is essential to succeed.We want to hear from you if you have:Experience or an understanding of process improvement, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.Excellent communication skills coupled with the ability to coach others.Tech savvy computer skills, particularly using Excel and analysing data.A qualification in Food Technology or Engineering would be advantageous but not essential.The benefits of life at Fonterra | Te ora i FonterraOur people and what they bring to our Co-op shape our success. We have a collaborative culture, inspiring leaders, and passionate people, making Fonterra a great place to work. We also offer competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location.Our Co-operative is a place where everyone can be themselves, feel empowered to do their best, and are empowered to create goodness for generations.
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