The Stock Feed Mill Labourer role at Grainhub Ltd in Tuakau, Waikato, is a full-on gig for someone keen to roll up their sleeves in the heart of New Zealand’s farming country. Paying NZ$24-$28 an hour based on experience, this full-time job, with some weekend shifts, involves running the mill’s gear, packing feed bags, and keeping things humming in a chocka feed mill. Candidates need the grunt to lift 20-25kg and a sharp focus on safety. A year or two in a factory or farm setup helps, but it’s not a must. This job’s for hardworking types who fit right into Tuakau’s tight-knit, rural vibe and love a team that gets stuck in.
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About Grainhub Ltd
Grainhub Ltd, tucked away in Tuakau, Waikato, is a go-to name for top-quality animal feed that keeps New Zealand’s farms ticking. Operating in the Waikato’s lush heartland, the company turns local crops into feed that farmers swear by. With a small crew that’s more like mates than coworkers, Grainhub’s all about quality, safety, and giving staff a fair go to grow. It’s a solid spot for anyone looking to carve out a path in the ag industry.
Job Title
Stock Feed Mill Labourer
Responsibilities
- Fire up mill machines like grinders and mixers to crank out feed.
- Bag up feed and stack pallets for trucking out to farms.
- Shift raw materials and finished bags, by hand or with a forklift.
- Scrub down gear and floors to keep the mill spick-and-span.
- Stick to NZ safety rules to make sure Tuakau’s mill stays accident-free.
- Jot down production and stock numbers without fluffing it.
- Give machines a once-over daily to catch any dodgy bits early.
- Mix feed batches to nail the recipe every time.
- Lug loads up to 25kg during the shift without a hitch.
- Muck in with the crew to keep the mill running smooth as.
- Help with basic fixes to keep equipment in cracking shape.
- Be sweet with extra shifts or weekend work when it’s busy.
- Check labels to avoid cock-ups before feed heads out.
- Lend a hand with stock counts to keep tabs on supplies.
- Tackle small jobs like sweeping or sorting gear when needed.
Requirements
Education
No formal schooling needed. A forklift licence or keenness to get one is a bonus.
Experience
1-2 years in a factory, farm, or feed mill is a plus but not a dealbreaker.
Skills
- Heaps of stamina to haul 20-25kg and keep up with the pace.
- Sharp eye to follow orders and get the job bang on.
- Matey vibe to click with the mill team.
- Knack for staying on schedule and smashing daily goals.
- Quick wit to sort out little hiccups on the spot.
- Rock-solid reliability to turn up ready to graft.
Knowledge
- Basic know-how of how feed mills or factories run.
- Cluey about New Zealand’s health and safety rules.
- Grasp of keeping feed quality consistent for farmers.
- Sense of how to handle heavy gear without breaking it.
- Familiarity with jotting down clear production logs.
- Awareness of simple machine upkeep tricks.
Applicant Location
This job’s on-site at the Tuakau, Waikato, mill. Candidates need to be in or ready to shift to the Waikato region.
Application Procedure
To apply, download the Job Info app from the Google Play Store. Use the app to complete your application and submit it for this role.
Note
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