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Team Leader - Animal Assembly
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Balclutha, Otago
Team Leaders/Supervisors (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)
Full time
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Posted 17h ago
About the Role
As a Team Leader in Stockyards and Animal Assembly at our Finegand site in Balclutha, you will be responsible for overseeing the arrival of animals to site during your shift and working with your team ensuring they have a clear understanding of daily production & animal welfare requirements.
The hours of work for this role may vary so interested candidates must be able to be flexible with the seasonal requirements of our business. Generally, the successful candidate will work between 3.30pm and 12.30am, but this will be dependent on the day-to-day processing requirements.
With the support of the leadership team, you will have the chance to drive continuous improvement initiatives and grow your career with a range of development opportunities.
Te Mahi /Key Responsibilities:
Coordinating the arrival of animals to site and effectively maintaining compliance paperwork
Keeping animal welfare front of mind and ensuring that the team are proactively identifying and acting on any concerns
Train and coach members of your team to understand what specifications and production targets mean and how they relate to the team member's work
Organise daily requirements in conjunction with your manager and clearly communicate this with your team
Be active in daily production operations in the stockyards area
Ōu Pūkenga /About You:
We are looking for someone who is a strong people leader; able to bring their team on a journey with confidence, as well as being able to have difficult conversations when required. You will be able to inspire team culture through leading by example and have a solid understanding of standard processes and principles with a strong focus on compliance and safety.
Passionate about inspiring others; and identifying personal and professional development opportunities for team members
Display leadership qualities and proactively drive a strong culture that aligns with Silver Fern Farms values - Unstoppable Together, Improving Tomorrow and Always Caring
Experience dealing with food processing, food safety and health & safety is important
Any exposure to animal handling and welfare would be advantageous but not essential
Basic computer literacy and strong communication skills
Te Ahurea /Why work at Silver Fern Farms?
Silver Fern Farms are all about Creating Goodness from the Farms the World Needs. Creating goodness is about taking a broader view of what goodness means, how we can create it and the impact it can have. That Goodness is created through the work of our People, the skill & expertise of our Farmers and our customers around the globe. 'Goodness' is also about being good to people and communities, animal welfare, and showing care and respect for the environment.
For you, we offer discounted staff meat sales, paid sick leave from the date of employment (no waiting for the 6 month anniversary required), BOOST employee retail discount scheme, subsidised health insurance, and confidential employee assistance with career planning, financial advice and counselling. There's the added bonus of free on-site parking and a SFF branded clothing allowance also.
Tono Mai /To Apply:
Click on 'Apply' below to submit your application. We assess applications as they are received so don't delay.
Silver Fern Farms welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive environment and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. Come and create goodness together with us.
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Balclutha, Otago
Team Leaders/Supervisors (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)
Full time
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Posted 17h ago
About the Role
As a Team Leader in Stockyards and Animal Assembly at our Finegand site in Balclutha, you will be responsible for overseeing the arrival of animals to site during your shift and working with your team ensuring they have a clear understanding of daily production & animal welfare requirements.
The hours of work for this role may vary so interested candidates must be able to be flexible with the seasonal requirements of our business. Generally, the successful candidate will work between 3.30pm and 12.30am, but this will be dependent on the day-to-day processing requirements.
With the support of the leadership team, you will have the chance to drive continuous improvement initiatives and grow your career with a range of development opportunities.
Te Mahi /Key Responsibilities:
Coordinating the arrival of animals to site and effectively maintaining compliance paperwork
Keeping animal welfare front of mind and ensuring that the team are proactively identifying and acting on any concerns
Train and coach members of your team to understand what specifications and production targets mean and how they relate to the team member's work
Organise daily requirements in conjunction with your manager and clearly communicate this with your team
Be active in daily production operations in the stockyards area
Ōu Pūkenga /About You:
We are looking for someone who is a strong people leader; able to bring their team on a journey with confidence, as well as being able to have difficult conversations when required. You will be able to inspire team culture through leading by example and have a solid understanding of standard processes and principles with a strong focus on compliance and safety.
Passionate about inspiring others; and identifying personal and professional development opportunities for team members
Display leadership qualities and proactively drive a strong culture that aligns with Silver Fern Farms values - Unstoppable Together, Improving Tomorrow and Always Caring
Experience dealing with food processing, food safety and health & safety is important
Any exposure to animal handling and welfare would be advantageous but not essential
Basic computer literacy and strong communication skills
Te Ahurea /Why work at Silver Fern Farms?
Silver Fern Farms are all about Creating Goodness from the Farms the World Needs. Creating goodness is about taking a broader view of what goodness means, how we can create it and the impact it can have. That Goodness is created through the work of our People, the skill & expertise of our Farmers and our customers around the globe. 'Goodness' is also about being good to people and communities, animal welfare, and showing care and respect for the environment.
For you, we offer discounted staff meat sales, paid sick leave from the date of employment (no waiting for the 6 month anniversary required), BOOST employee retail discount scheme, subsidised health insurance, and confidential employee assistance with career planning, financial advice and counselling. There's the added bonus of free on-site parking and a SFF branded clothing allowance also.
Tono Mai /To Apply:
Click on 'Apply' below to submit your application. We assess applications as they are received so don't delay.
Silver Fern Farms welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive environment and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. Come and create goodness together with us.
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Team Leader | Animal Assembly position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Balclutha offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
