We're on the lookout for a Senior Process Technician who will be able to bring their experience and knowledge. Based at our Dunsandel manufacturing plant, you will operate our highly automated Dryer to transform milk and ingredients into value-added products. You will be accountable for delivering production processing requirements as well as undertaking plant and process problem solving, cleaning, plant walks and inspections.Our shifts allow for plenty of flexibility and work-life balance with 4 days off between shifts. Based on a rotational roster, you will be on the shift pattern below: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off (12.5 hour shifts).The main responsibilities of this role include:Operation of critical manufacturing equipment within designed running parameters.Ensuring all our products are manufactured in-spec and right first time.Keeping the manufacturing environment to a high quality standard.Follow Synlait's Quality and Safety Principles.Keep to good documentation practices.Able to investigate production, safety and quality issues to root cause.An understanding of IWS principles.Good time management and able to work in a fast-paced environment.Good communication skills, motivated and a willingness to learn.Key to your success will be your proactive response to delivering processing requirements and your ability to problem solve.The ideal candidate will have previous dryer operating experience with strong technical knowledge. You will be capable of troubleshooting mechanical issues while optimizing efficiency and product quality.Other key areas include:Well-developed problem solving and fault-finding experience.A NZ Diploma in Dairy Processing is highly regarded in this role.Ideally a minimum of 2 years in the dairy, food or other relevant manufacturing industry.Applicants outside of New Zealand will only be considered if you have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.Synlait is a dynamic, purpose-led milk nutrition company that is Doing Milk Differently for a Healthier World! We pride our organization as being different and allowing our spirit to drive our success, shifting perceptions and driving value through new thinking and a new attitude.You'll be joining down-to-earth, authentic people working together to create the very best in milk nutrition as we combine expert farming with innovative thinking and state-of-the-art processing to produce a range of nutritional milk products for our global customers.We will challenge you by providing the opportunities you've been seeking to expand your career; we believe that everyone brings unique experiences and perspectives to the table, so we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and embrace diversity to drive innovation and business success.What we offer:Health insurance cover + Partnered with top brands for great benefits and discounts.Excellent parental leave with our Matua policy + Flexible working options available.World Class manufacturing facilities and BCORP certified.Social Club membership opportunities.What's next? Apply now!Include your most recent CV and cover letter summarizing your abilities and what you can bring to Synlait. We wish you the best of luck in your application. We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications regularly and may close the advertisement early.
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