Operations Technician
Do you have a passion for technology, automation, and process optimisation?
At T&G, we're investing in the future—leveraging automation, innovative technology, and process innovation to create a world-class post-harvest operation. Our Nelson Packhouse is at the heart of this transformation, and we're looking for a tech-savvy Operations Technician to join us on this journey.
In this role, you will be the driving force behind our advanced grading and packing automation systems, collaborating with engineers, IT teams, and production staff to ensure seamless operations.
Key responsibilities:
- Control and optimise production line automation by managing machine speeds and adjusting systems to maximise efficiency.
- Operate and maintain high-tech equipment, including ESOPS, water dumping systems, and a specialised grading machine for pit fruit.
- Diagnose and solve problems, communicating solutions and implementing changes to keep production running smoothly.
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve automation processes.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies, analysing data, and implementing effective solutions.
What we're looking for:
- Experience in a packing house, FMCG, or manufacturing environment, particularly with grading machines, food production, or logistics automation.
- Tech-savvy and mechanically minded with strong experience in automation, production systems, or manufacturing technology.
- Problem-solver with the ability to analyse data, diagnose system issues, and optimise machine performance.
- Clear communicator capable of articulating technical issues and operational changes effectively.
If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role where your skills can make a real impact, apply today!
- Team
- Operations & Supply Chain
- Locations
- Nelson
- Employment type
- Full-time
Grow your career with us
Help us grow healthier futures, and your own too.
At T&G, you do more than join a company. You grow healthier futures. Not only your own future, but everyone and everything around you – your whānau, community and our natural environment.
This single purpose – to grow healthier futures – is what gets us out of bed every morning and why we do what we do.
How we make this happen is through our 2,000+ people. It takes a diverse range of great people, united by our energy, care, creativity and drive, to grow, distribute and sell delicious fresh fruit and vegetables to Kiwis and consumers around the world. And with our incredible 124-year history, we’re passionate about growing an even stronger and better T&G for generations to come.
If you’d like to be part of our exciting journey, come and join us. We offer unlimited opportunities to grow your future with us.
About T&G Global
Our story began more than 125 years ago as Turners and Growers, a fruit auction business in Auckland. Today, as T&G, our fresh, delicious produce nourishes people in more than 60 countries around the world. Together, we’re united in growing healthier futures.
Operations Technician
Do you have a passion for technology, automation, and process optimisation?
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