Mill Operator - Winton

- Starting rate of $29 per hour + benefits
- Full training provided - no experience required
- Stable 45-hour roster with a supportive local team

Our Winton feed mill is growing, and we're looking for reliable, practical people to join the team.

Whether you've worked in manufacturing, farming, transport, or you're simply looking for a stable job with a good bunch of people, we'll provide the training and support to help you succeed. Over time, you'll have the opportunity to learn the full mill operation, develop a broad range of practical skills, and become an all-round operator.

What you'll be doing

This is a hands-on role where you’ll be part of the day-to-day running of the mill:

- Working as part of the team on the mill floor supporting feed production
- Measuring and adding ingredients accurately to produce quality animal feed
- Loading and unloading trucks
- Bagging and handling feed products
- Spotting issues and helping keep operations running smoothly
- Learning different parts of the mill operation as your skills grow
- Working alongside experienced operators and learning from the wider team

You'll work a full-time 45-hour roster, providing consistent hours and income every week. This may require split shifts, so you'll need to be flexible with your working hours.

Build skills across the whole operation

Unlike many operator roles, you'll have the opportunity to learn the full mill operation rather than being limited to one task. Through on-the-job training and support from experienced team members, you'll build practical skills, gain greater responsibility, and become an all-round operator over time.

Why join us?

- Strong, down-to-earth local team backed by New Zealand's largest farming co-operative
- Full training provided - no experience needed to start
- Opportunity to learn the full mill operation and become an all-round operator
- Gain formal milling certification (NZFMA)
- Stable, long-term industry supporting NZ agriculture
- Exposure to modern manufacturing and automated systems

What we're looking for:

- Reliable with a strong work ethic
- A team player who takes pride in doing a job well
- Strong focus on health and safety
- Comfortable with physical work and manual handling
- Keen to learn and develop new skills
- Forklift licence is a bonus, but not essential

What you'll get

- Starting rate of $29 per hour
- You'll work a full-time 45-hour roster, providing consistent hours and income every week
- Birthday leave and sick leave from day one
- Staff discounts at Farmlands stores
- Farmlands card and shareholding benefits
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Optional leave purchase
- Extra support for parents

How to apply

If you're looking for more than just a job and want the opportunity to learn, build practical skills, and be part of a great local team, we'd love to hear from you.

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You must have the right to work in New Zealand. Pre-employment checks (including references, MOJ, ACC, licensing, and right to work) will apply.