Process Workers
Tegel Foods Ltd is an iconic New Zealand brand with a long history of producing quality products to New Zealand's highest standards. The quality of our products is a priority for us, and it takes a great team of people to ensure our business continues to deliver at a high standard. We are proud to be helping families eat well every day.
If you want to be part of our great team, the Tegel New Plymouth plant is looking for great process workers who are enthusiastic, physically fit, hard-working and reliable.
As a process worker in one of our various chicken processing departments you will experience a work environment that is fast paced, dynamic and very team oriented. Core strength would be needed to meet the physical requirements of the role. Flexibility to assist with overtime and an immediate start will be highly valued by Tegel.
Ideally, successful candidates will possess the following attributes and experience:
- Reliable, punctual and determined to be at work every day
- Positive attitude and a willingness to learn
- Must be physically fit, strong and able do heavy lifting on regular basis
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Minimum 6 months manufacturing experience
- Reliable transport to and from work
- Flexibility to work various shift patterns and overtime
- Must have a reporting Manager as a reference
We work Monday-Friday with overtime available and the odd Saturday when needed. We work most public holidays. We also have a variety of different departments and start times which is great for a work-life balance. On the job training will be provided to the successful candidates.
What's great about working at Tegel?
- Competitive hourly rate
- Life Insurance for all employees
- Staff sale of Tegel products at discounted rates
- Great career development opportunities in a successful, market leading and thriving company
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in one of these roles apply online now!
Our recruitment process will include a mandatory pre-employment medical and a drug screen.
Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.
Job Details
Reference #19385
Posted on 24 Nov 2025
Closes on 14 Dec 2025 23:00
Location(s) New Plymouth
Expertise Operations
Job level(s) Entry
Work type(s) Permanent full-time
More details (document) Process Worker - October 2025.pdf