Mill Operator

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Published 23/11/2025
Location 391 High Street, Motueka, New Zealand
Category Kiwifruit  
Job Type Need Staff Now  
Number of Roles Available 2
Start Date 2025/11/24
End Date 2025/11/30
Starting Rate 26.00 per hour + 8% Holiday Pay

Description

- This role is an exciting indoor opportunity for a seasonal worker operating our bespoke kiwifruit pollen mill in November.

Shifts available 7 days a week until late November / Early December with shifts operating from 10am – 8pm or 12pm – 10pm at the latest. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out various key tasks associated with the pollen processing, including but not limited to:
  • Flower reception
  • Flower milling
  • Drying anthers - anther spreading and oven loading
  • Cyclone extraction
  • Pollen sieving, weighing, batching and labelling
  • Cleaning and water blasting

General Responsibilities

  • Use correct pollen processing techniques as instructed by Manager
  • Follow the Manager’s instructions regarding the team co-ordination, assist constructively with other tasks in other areas when requested by Manager.
  • Actively participate in maintaining a tidy work area
  • Have a clear understanding and commitment to PPSI Health and Safety Policy
  • Assist Pollen Mill Manager with record keeping as required
  • Any other duties as reasonably required

Job Requirements

- Requires heavy lifting and someone with a good level of fitness. 
- Honest, reliable and approachable
- Methodical and attention to detail
- Ability to work within the team environment
- Strong verbal and interpersonal skills, able to establish good working relationships with casual staff and growers