Danone Nutricia NZ is looking for a Production Process Assistant to join our team in our Dairy Factory in Balclutha. You will be part of our Production team to support the processing of raw milk into infant formula, and play a key role in delivering high-quality products, for the first time right to our consumers day after day. You will assist in achieving our business goals through your ability to be alert, follow our procedures, and be a great team player.

This vacancy is a permanent full-time job, working a rotating shift roster 2 days, 2 nights and 4 days off. Please note these are physical roles that involve heavy lifting, standing in long periods and climbing stairs on a daily basis.

To be successful you will have:

• Experience operating factory machinery, preferably in the food industry – familiarity with spray-drying processes is an advantage
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and a strong Health & Safety / Quality focus
• An understanding of hygiene requirements in a food manufacturing plant (ideal if you have worked in a High Care environment)
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work shifts and be a team player

We truly value our Danoners and strive to make their experience exceptional by creating a positive and fulfilling environment for everyone. Our unique benefits are designed to enhance the lives and provide genuine value.

• A high-performing, collaborative team culture
• Diverse and inclusive work environment
• Personalised learning opportunities to set you up for success
• Competitive Total Reward package including;
  • Health, Life, and salary continuance insurance
  • 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave
  • Employee Share Subscription Plan after 12 months of service
  • Performance-related incentives and annual reviews

More about Us:

At Danone, we aim to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with our Vision - Danone, One Planet. One Health.  

We operate across four business lines: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Medical Nutrition.

Our headquarters are in France, we have offices in 55 countries across the globe, and our products are sold in over 120 markets.

We have been around for more than a century and are the proud owners of some of the best-known brands worldwide, including favourites like YoPro, Activia, Aptamil and Karicare

Danone ANZ focuses on dairy and specialised nutrition products for infants and adults and is proud to be awarded the Great Place to Work accreditation winner for ANZ in 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 – a globally recognised program where we feature as one of New Zealand’s top places to work.

How to Apply

If this opportunity resonates with you and you’re eager to shape and define this role, then go ahead and seize the moment. Click on the APPLY button and share your resume with us before 12 September 2025.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

We proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability at our company.