Our Waikato Fresh Produce division is seeking Part Time Produce Assistants to join our team.

As part of a dynamic group, you will help pick, prepare, and pack fresh vegetables and fruits according to customer orders.

The Role

  • Start date: Mid‑February 2026
  • Employment type: Permanent, part‑time
  • Shift: 07:00 pm – 12:00 am (Sunday to Friday)
  • Location: Horotiu Road, Hamilton

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will work with fresh produce (fruit and vegetables) in a temperature‑controlled environment. Duties include:

  • Picking, weighing, and packing customer orders
  • Assisting with dispatch
  • Cleaning, washing, and processing fresh produce
  • Inspecting produce for quality before packaging
  • Operating processing machines (peeling, coring, slicing, dicing)
  • Receiving, handling, and restocking inventory
  • Storing products safely and accurately
  • Performing heavy lifting (up to 20 kg)
  • Maintaining a clean work area and general housekeeping
  • Strictly following food safety and health & safety protocols
  • Performing repetitive motions, standing for extended periods, and completing physical tasks throughout the shift

About You

We are looking for someone who can work independently and contribute to a high‑performing team in a chilled environment.

Ideal candidates will have:

  • Experience in fresh produce or warehouse pick/pack roles
  • Previous experience in a chiller/produce environment
  • Reliable transport and flexibility with hours
  • Good communication skills
  • A positive, can‑do attitude with strong attention to detail
  • Prior NZ work experience and basic knowledge of food ingredients
  • Physical fitness for repetitive tasks and heavy lifting
  • Good literacy and numeracy skills
  • A current forklift licence (advantageous)
  • Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety
  • Ability to attend rostered shifts consistently

How to Apply: If this role interests you, please apply online and attach your current CV.

Eligibility: Applicants must have NZ citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid work visa.

Pre‑Employment Checks

To ensure a safe and compliant workplace, successful candidates will be required to complete:

  • Satisfactory employment references
  • Government agency checks (Ministry of Justice and ACC)
  • Drug and alcohol testing by an accredited NZ workplace testing provider
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