Experienced Knife Hand
Stellar Recruitment ·www.stellarrecruitment.com
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Experienced Knife Hand / Meat Processing Machine Operator.
We are currently seeking an experienced Knife Hand / Meat Processing Machine Operator to join a busy, well-established food manufacturing operation based in Mangere, South Auckland.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced role suited to someone who brings solid meat processing experience and takes pride in quality, consistency, and safety.
What’s on offer:
You’ll be working across both knife hand duties and machine operation within a butchery/packing environment. The role involves preparing, processing, and packing meat products while maintaining strict food safety standards.
This role is based in a cool/freezer environment, so you must be comfortable working in cold conditions for extended periods.
Key responsibilities:
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We are currently seeking an experienced Knife Hand / Meat Processing Machine Operator to join a busy, well-established food manufacturing operation based in Mangere, South Auckland.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced role suited to someone who brings solid meat processing experience and takes pride in quality, consistency, and safety.
What’s on offer:
- Monday to Friday – no weekend work
- 6:00am to 2:30pm shifts
- $26.00 per hour + 8% holiday pay
- Temp to permanent opportunity
- Weekly pay
- Stable, full-time hours
- Supportive team environment
- Long-term career potential
You’ll be working across both knife hand duties and machine operation within a butchery/packing environment. The role involves preparing, processing, and packing meat products while maintaining strict food safety standards.
This role is based in a cool/freezer environment, so you must be comfortable working in cold conditions for extended periods.
Key responsibilities:
- Operating meat processing and production machinery
- Cutting, trimming, slicing, and portioning meat products
- Preparing and packing products for dispatch
- Conducting quality checks throughout production
- Maintaining hygiene and food safety standards
- Cleaning and sanitising equipment and work areas
- Following all health & safety procedures
- Proven experience as a Knife Hand or Meat Processor
- Experience operating production machinery (advantageous)
- Physically fit and comfortable working in cold/freezer environments
- Reliable with strong attendance and timekeeping
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Team player with a strong work ethic
- Own transport preferred
- Must have the legal right to work in New Zealand (No sponsorship available for this role)
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Who is hiring for the Experienced Knife Hand role?
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Where is the Experienced Knife Hand job located?
The Experienced Knife Hand role with Stellar Recruitment is based in NZ - Auckland, NZ.
Is the Experienced Knife Hand role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Stellar Recruitment.
What experience level is the Experienced Knife Hand role?
The Experienced Knife Hand position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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