AFFCO Manawatu - Stores / Laundry Assistant


Company Description

AFFCO is a high-performing and dynamic leader within the New Zealand Meat Industry. Established in 1904, AFFCO holds 120 years of expertise in supplying top-quality meat products to the world.

Based in Waikato, the agricultural heart of New Zealand, with over 4,000 employees, our operation has offices in the USA, UK and Hong Kong and comprises 11 processing sites situated across New Zealand, distributing to over 80 countries.

AFFCO sources top-quality, sustainable, grass-fed, New Zealand Beef and Lamb products from our network of farmer suppliers. We are 100% New Zealand-owned and operated and a proud member of the Talley’s Group; New Zealand’s leading exporter of meat, dairy, seafood, and vegetable products.

 

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable and organised Stores & Laundry Assistant to join our team. This is a hands-on position responsible for managing the issue and control of production consumables, maintaining accurate stock records, and supporting the cleanliness and presentation of the site.

This role plays an important part in ensuring production teams have timely access to essential items such as overalls, gloves, PPE, cleaning products and other operational consumables while maintaining accurate inventory information.  This role requires a good level of physical fitness and agility.

This is a seasonal position, usual hours of work 5am to 2pm.

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

  • Issuing and tracking consumables 
  • Stock control and inventory accuracy
  • Forklift operations and materials handling
  • Assisting with purchasing and stock replenishment 
  • Housekeeping, janitorial and laundry Services

 

Qualifications

The successful applicant must: 

  • always put safety first
  • be keen to learn new skills
  • have intermediate computer skills
  • enjoy working in a diverse team
  • have Numeracy & Literacy skills to NCEA Level 2

 

Additional information

All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand 

To ensure a safe workplace, AFFCO conducts pre-employment medical checks and drug screening. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

If you’re interested in joining a fast paced, challenging but enjoyable workplace, where you get to meet great people and work alongside your mates then please apply online through this ad. 

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Seasonal

Job no: GZEL60289

Location: Manawatu

Closing Date: Friday, 28 August 2026