Seasonal kiwifruit Lab Technician - a.m. or p.m. shifts
About this job
This is a great role that will suit a range of candidates, no experience required, full training will be provided.
Located right next to Baypark in Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty.
The role offers a great opportunity to gain laboratory experience, gain an understanding of the Kiwifruit season, work as part of a team, and earn some money.
Fixed term period from March to May, working variable hours. Hours will be agreed to meet yours and the requirements of the business, which operates 7 days a week. You will be required to be available to work a minimum of 3 days per week (& up to 6) including at least one weekend day.
THE ROLE
Seasonal Kiwifruit Laboratory Technicians carry out routine kiwifruit maturity testing on samples on behalf of our client Zespri to determine if samples meet minimum clearance criteria and assess fruit quality.
Laboratory operations start ahead of the kiwifruit harvest and offer a variety of tasks.
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Routine maturity testing on samples that may include: * Weight, Firmness, Colour, Dry Matter, Brix, Seeds * Sample Reception * Fruit Disposal * Cleaning
WHAT WE OFFER
A variety of shift hours suitable for all. Pay rate $25.45 + 8% Holiday Pay Productivity based incentives
Contact Nadene.McClay004@msd.govt.nz to apply
Job Requirements
NO previous lab experience needed.
ABOUT YOU
* Self-disciplined with proven ability to follow set procedures and take the initiative when necessary * Team player, able to create a good working relationship with other staff in the team and across the company * Good analytical/technical skills – attention to detail, accuracy & precision * Good level of English; Basic computer skills * Flexible with hours of work, recognising that this work is seasonal and has peaks and troughs throughout the season * Have your own cell phone for receiving text messages (to receive shift information/communications
- Days of work
- 3 - 6 days per week, incl. Sat &/or Sun Main shift: 2pm (can alter) till betw. 8pm & midnight Morning shift 6am - 10/11am (20 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- Pay rate $25.45 + 8% Holiday Pay
- Job Category
- Agricultural Technicians
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Not Required
- Pre-employment drug test required
- No
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