Production Operator

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Production Operator to join our Production team in Blenheim, Marlborough and play a key role in bringing our wines to markets around the world.

As a Production Operator, you will work across a range of wine packaging and processing activities, including filling, labelling, disgorging, stock rework, warehousing support, and equipment operation. You will be part of a team committed to quality, safety, continuous improvement, and delivering world-class products.

## What you'll be doing

• Operating packaging and wine processing equipment
• Monitoring product quality and production performance
• Completing production documentation accurately
• Supporting machine cleaning, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Assisting with stock rework activities as required
• Working safely and contributing to a positive team culture
• Participating in Vintage and other operational activities as needed

Requirements

• Legal rights to work in New Zealand (no visa sponsorship available for this position)
• Previous experience in a production line environment, preferably in the food or beverage industry
• Familiarity with operating and maintaining production line machinery
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and maintain quality control
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and ability to problem-solve and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• A willingness to learn new skills and operate a variety of equipment
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Forklift licence desirable (but not essential)

Benefits

• Career development & education assistance to further your technical and/or leadership ambitions

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority

• A wage reflective of your skills and experience

• 9% superannuation

• Annual bonus target

• Annual wine allocation

• Exclusive employee discount in Cellar Door

• Company provided health insurance cover

• If you're looking for a hands-on role where quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement are valued, we'd love to hear from you.

• Apply now and become part of the Cloudy Bay story.