Silver Fern Farms Ltd

Knife Tutor

Silver Fern Farms Ltd

Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand · Full Time

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About the Role

As a Knife Tutor at Silver Fern Farms Ltd, you will play a crucial part in enhancing the skills and confidence of our workforce. Your key duties include organizing and delivering training sessions, mentoring team members, evaluating their competencies, and aiding employees in achieving and upholding essential skill standards.

Collaborating closely with operational leaders and supervisors, you will ensure that both new hires and current employees receive comprehensive training, guidance, and backing to execute their jobs safely and efficiently. Your instruction will encompass knife handling, sharpening, and processing methods. Additionally, you will manage training documentation, support onboarding processes, and spot areas where employee capability and performance can be elevated.

Partnering with buddy trainers and operational teams, you will oversee the progress of trainees, provide coaching as needed, and foster a learning culture centered on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Work Schedule

Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with flexibility to accommodate seasonal demand.

About You

  • Experience in meat processing, manufacturing, training, or production settings
  • Strong communication, coaching, and interpersonal abilities
  • Capability to establish effective relationships across various business levels
  • Excellent organizational skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Detail-oriented with strong administrative competencies
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and in maintaining accurate records
  • A proactive mindset towards mentoring and continuous enhancement
  • Knowledgeable about knife handling, sharpening techniques, and production processes
  • Dedicated to health, safety, and the wellbeing of employees
  • Holding or willingness to obtain a training qualification is preferred

Why Join Silver Fern Farms?

Silver Fern Farms is dedicated to "Creating Goodness from the Farms the World Needs," which embodies not only our products but also our support for people, communities, and the environment. We provide a workplace conducive to skill development, teamwork, and rewarding career progression.

Employee Benefits

  • Significant discounts on staff meat purchases at the on-site Butcher's Block
  • Paid sick leave from the first day with no waiting period
  • Confidential employee assistance programs covering career, financial, and personal wellbeing
  • Complimentary on-site parking and provision of Silver Fern Farms branded uniforms where needed

Additional Information

Silver Fern Farms is committed to diversity and inclusivity, providing equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of background.

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