Packing operator

About Meadow Mushrooms

Meadow Mushrooms is one of New Zealand’s great entrepreneurial stories. Founded in 1970, this family-owned business has grown into the country’s leading mushroom producer, delivering around 9 million mushrooms every week. Today, we’re recognised as a leader in fresh produce nationally and within the global mushroom industry.

The Opportunity

We are seeking reliable, hardworking packing operators to join our Packshed team. These roles are hands-on and physically active, working in our chillers to ensure mushrooms are sorted and handled to the highest quality standards. You will be part of a dedicated team where attention to detail and consistency is highly valued.

Positions available

Permanent, part-time positions are available with the following rosters:

Friday to Tuesday:

Friday–Sunday: 6am start

Monday–Tuesday: 12.30pm start

Wednesday to Sunday: 12.30pm start

Monday to Wednesday: 12.30pm start

Thursday to Sunday: 12.30pm start

Monday to Friday: 12.30pm start

Casual positions are also available

Please note, that these roles do not have a set finish time. Some days you may finish earlier, while others may finish later. You will be required to work until all duties for the day are completed.

All roles are based at our site in Hornby, Christchurch.

Key Responsibilities

Quality

Carefully pick mushrooms by hand according to our specifications

Identify and report quality issues to team leaders promptly

Packing & Handling

Prepare and pack products for dispatch, ensuring correct labeling, weights, and presentation

Operate within pre-pack and slicing areas, maintaining accuracy and consistency

Work efficiently in cool temperature environments while maintaining product integrity

Follow all hygiene, sanitation, and food safety procedures at all times

Dispatch & Procesing

Assist with preparing orders for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Check packed products against order requirements before shipment

Support slicing and processing tasks as required, ensuring product quality is maintained

Maintain clean and organised workstations across all operational areas

Teamwork & Workplace Safety

Work well with colleagues to meet daily targets and maintain a positive team environment

Adhere to Health & Safety policies, use PPE correctly and report hazards or incidents

What You’ll Bring

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks for sustained periods, including standing, bending and lifting

Good attention to detail and pride in producing quality work

Positive attitude, reliable attendance and a strong team focus

Willingness to work flexible hours, including early starts and weekends

Previous experience in harvesting, horticulture or packing is an advantage, but full training will be provided

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

You’ll join a hardworking, down-to-earth team who take pride in growing and delivering the very best product. This role offers stable ongoing work, practical on-the-job training and the chance to be part of an operation where your contribution matters every day.

Join a team who are:

Creators who lead the way

Specialists bringing their best every day

A community that’s in it together

Keen to Grow With Us?

If this opportunity sounds like you, apply now.

You will be need to meet residency requirements by holding New Zealand Citizenship or a Resident Visa. This role would not suit someone looking for short term employment.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment health assessment and drug test.