Team Labourer

Job ID 23090197
Southland, Invercargill
Full-time
Listed on 31 Mar 2026

About this job

Full time, permanent positions are available at a busy meat processing plant located at Morton Mains.

Work is Monday to Friday, 30 hours per week. Day shift: 5:45am - 3:30pm Night shift: 4:45pm - 2:30am Industry -leading hourly rates: $28 - $35 per hour (based on skills and experience)

About the Role: • To support the slaughter board in the processing of the carcass for further processing in the boning room. • Perform hygienic removal of kidneys, pluck (heart, lungs, and liver), skirt, runners, pelvic and precrural fat during carcass processing. • Systematically trim minor defects, veins, and visible contamination to ensure product quality and compliance. • Perform trimming and preparing / packing products for dispatch.

What We are Looking For: • Strictly adhere to all health, safety, and hygiene regulations—including PPE use. • Minimum of 2 years’ experience within the industry. • Strong communication skills. • High standard of health and safety practices. • Ability to work under pressure and maintain performance. • Understands the importance of hygiene and quality control. • Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic. • Ability to work cohesively within a production line to meet daily targets.

For any further information please contact Sara Newell on 029 200 9272 or email sara.newell001@msd.govt.nz.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience in meat processing • You will need to be physically fit, reliable, and have a strong work ethic • Pre employment medical and urine drug screening will be required • Applicants must have suitable transport to get to and from the site • Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand

Days of work
Monday to Friday Shifts Day shifts are 5.45 to 3.30pm Night Shifts are 4.45pm m to 2.30am. (30 hours per week)
Pay Details
$28 - $35 per hour
Job Category
Meat, Poultry and Seafood Process Workers
Career Level
Intermediate (2 - 4 years)
Driver Licence
Not Required
Pre-employment drug test required
Yes

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