Food processing worker, Kaimahi mīhini taka kai
Also known as
- Food production worker, food and beverage factory worker, food process worker, food manufacturing worker, food process operator, process and packing operator
Food processing workers operate machines that roast, bake, bottle or dry food and beverage products.
Your pay could be
$49K
Lower
$50K to $81K
Most common
$104K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Food processing workers
- usually work shifts, including evenings and weekends, and may work extra hours
- usually work in food processing factories
- need to be methodical, practical and safety conscious
Tasks
- Inspect food products.
- Evaluate quality of food ingredients or prepared foods.
- Collect samples of materials or products for testing.
- Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.
- Operate pumping systems or equipment.
- Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.
- Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions.
- Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.
- Record operational or production data.
- Weigh finished products.
You usually learn on the job to become a food processing worker and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Food or Beverage Processing (Level 2 and 3)
- a driver licence with a special-type vehicle endorsement
If you’re in school
You usually don't need specfic NCEA levels for this job, but Level 2 may be useful.
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