Shipping Coordinator

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

Our Corporate Head Office is based in the Waikato, the agricultural heart of New Zealand, and supports more than 4,000 employees across the country. AFFCO operates 11 processing sites nationwide, with international offices in the USA, UK and Hong Kong, exporting to over 80 countries. We are 100% New Zealand-owned and operated as part of the Talley's Group – one of New Zealand's leading exporters of meat, dairy, seafood, and vegetable products.

Job Description We are seeking a highly organised Shipping Coordinator to join our Napier Tannery team. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role is responsible for coordinating the shipping of hide orders, managing inventory, and ensuring all Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) certification requirements are met.

This is a busy, hands-on role that works closely with Head Office, production teams, transport providers, and MPI representatives. You'll be the key link between daily production activity and the accurate, timely movement of product to customers. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Administer export orders and ensure customer shipments are completed on time
• Manage inventory levels, reconcile physical stock, and maintain accurate production data
• Process orders through AFFCO's Cedar Creek system
• Liaise with transport companies, shipping agents, and Tasman Tanning
• Complete MPI E-Certs for incoming hides, fleshings, local transfers, and export consignments
• Participate in MPI audits and maintain high compliance standards
• Conduct quality checks on hide figures and production data
• Manage purchasing of site consumables, PPE, and finished product materials
• Oversee cleaning contractor performance and associated administration
• Provide backup support for wages, accounts, and Work-In-Progress reporting
• Carry out general administration duties including reception, mail, courier, and site access management

Qualifications The ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience in logistics, shipping, inventory, or production administration
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence working with data, spreadsheets, and inventory systems
• Ability to build effective working relationships across multiple teams
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience with MPI E-Certs or primary industry compliance (advantageous but not essential)

Additional Information The successful candidate will be rewarded with:

• A supportive, well-established site leadership team
• The ability to make the role their own and autonomously manage a wide variety of day-to-day activities
• Opportunities for career development and advancement
• Competitive remuneration package

If you are a driven and motivated individual who is passionate about promoting and driving a zero-harm culture then please apply online or come in and see us at our plant at 26 Tyne Street, Pandora, Napier 4110.

To ensure a safe workplace, AFFCO engages in pre-employment medical checks and drug screening. By applying for this role, you agree to undertake the necessary pre-employment screening. Please ensure you provide a current ID (such as a Driver Licence or Passport).