Receptionist / Administrator
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 of 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’re looking
for a professional, organised, and adaptable Receptionist / Administrator to
join our team at AFFCO Rangiuru.
In this role,
you’ll be responsible for coordinating reception and providing administrative
support across the plant. As the first point of contact for visitors,
contractors, transport drivers, and callers, you’ll play an important role in
ensuring a professional, efficient, and compliant frontline service.
You’ll also
support the wider business with day-to-day administration, site access
processes, office coordination, records management, and facilities support to
help the plant meet operational and compliance requirements.
Based at the
AFFCO Rangiuru plant, and reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be
responsible for:
- Answering incoming calls promptly and professionally.
- Screening and directing calls appropriately.
- Greeting and inducting visitors to site.
- Ensuring contractors and transport drivers are inducted before site access.
- Confirming contractor management approval prior to entry.
- Maintaining accurate visitor and contractor records.
- Coordinating meeting rooms and catering requirements.
- Providing administrative support across departments.
- Completing data entry and reporting accurately.
- Supporting accounts payable and purchase order processes.
- Maintaining directories, records, stationery, and office supplies.
- Managing mail and courier services.
- Keeping reception, lunchroom, and kitchen areas clean and tidy.
- Replenishing tea, coffee, milk, and other consumables.
- Prioritising workload and planning ahead to support business needs.
- Communicating professionally and building positive working relationships across teams.
- Following all health and safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
To be
successful in this role we are looking for someone with:
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- A professional, friendly, and adaptable approach.
- Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with visitors, contractors, callers, and internal teams.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy in administration and record keeping.
- The ability to prioritise work and manage competing tasks.
- A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of tasks.
- Competency using Microsoft Office Suite.
- A commitment to maintaining professional standards and supporting site compliance requirements.
- A positive attitude and the ability to work well across a busy plant environment.
Benefits
- Be part of a longstanding New Zealand success story.
- Work in a supportive plant-based team environment.
- Access to discounted meat and Talley’s Group products.
- Free parking.
- Perks membership offering discounted services, including eye tests, dentist visits, Gilmours Wholesale, and more.
Additional Information
If
you want to join a successful, growing organisation and you’re ready for a
varied frontline administration role where you can make a positive impact on
the day-to-day running of the plant, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today.
