Mill Operator - Winton
Be part of a well-established operation with a reputation for supporting New Zealand agriculture.
Starting rate of $29 per hour + benefits
Full training provided - no experience required
Stable 45-hour roster with a supportive local team
Our Winton feed mill is growing, and we're looking for reliable, practical people to join the team.
Whether you've worked in manufacturing, farming, transport, or you're simply looking for a stable job with a good bunch of people, we'll provide the training and support to help you succeed. Over time, you'll have the opportunity to learn the full mill operation, develop a broad range of practical skills, and become an all-round operator.
What you'll be doing
This is a hands-on role where you’ll be part of the day-to-day running of the mill:
Working as part of the team on the mill floor supporting feed production
Measuring and adding ingredients accurately to produce quality animal feed
Loading and unloading trucks
Bagging and handling feed products
Spotting issues and helping keep operations running smoothly
Learning different parts of the mill operation as your skills grow
Working alongside experienced operators and learning from the wider team
You'll work a full-time 45-hour roster, providing consistent hours and income every week. This may require split shifts, so you'll need to be flexible with your working hours.
Build skills across the whole operation
Unlike many operator roles, you'll have the opportunity to learn the full mill operation rather than being limited to one task. Through on-the-job training and support from experienced team members, you'll build practical skills, gain greater responsibility, and become an all-round operator over time.
Why join us?
Strong, down-to-earth local team backed by New Zealand's largest farming co-operative
Full training provided - no experience needed to start
Opportunity to learn the full mill operation and become an all-round operator
Gain formal milling certification (NZFMA)
Stable, long-term industry supporting NZ agriculture
Exposure to modern manufacturing and automated systems
What we're looking for:
Reliable with a strong work ethic
A team player who takes pride in doing a job well
Strong focus on health and safety
Comfortable with physical work and manual handling
Keen to learn and develop new skills
Forklift licence is a bonus, but not essential
What you'll get
Starting rate of $29 per hour
You'll work a full-time 45-hour roster, providing consistent hours and income every week
Birthday leave and sick leave from day one
Staff discounts at Farmlands stores
Farmlands card and shareholding benefits
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Optional leave purchase
Extra support for parents
How to apply
If you're looking for more than just a job and want the opportunity to learn, build practical skills, and be part of a great local team, we'd love to hear from you.
You must have the right to work in New Zealand. Pre-employment checks (including references, MOJ, ACC, licensing, and right to work) will apply.
- Team
- Supply Chain
- Role
- Manufacturing
- Locations
- Winton Mill
- Job Type
- Permanent - full-time
- Position Description
- https://JobDesc.azureedge.net/ttjds/PD Mill Operator - July 2026.pdf
Our Values
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It takes all sorts to make an awesome team. Diversity, different perspectives and a fresh approach to problems make everyone in the team stronger. It's not who you are or what you look like, it's all about what you bring to the table that matters.
Be true to yourselfDon't be afraid to speak up
Value the different in others
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We came from a generation of greatness. It gives us the solid foundation to move on, focus on the future and use our creativity and ingenuity to build Farmlands for the next generation.
Be curious and ask questionsStart with 'Why not?'
Be a solver
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We're a team. United through our love of the land and the communities we serve. We back ourselves. each other, and get behind the decisions we make together.
Use the power of the teamBe an energizer to those around you
Hold on to the vision and inspire others