Are you an experienced large-site Operations and Production leader in Manufacturing looking for your next challenge? We invite you to apply for the role of Operations | Site Manager - Packaging at our clients state-of-the-art South Auckland site. This pivotal role focuses on managing the production of high-quality packaging, driving operational excellence, and fostering a people-centric culture.
Why Work Here?
Dynamic Work Environment: Be part of a cutting-edge facility that values innovation and efficiency.
Career Growth: Benefit from professional development opportunities and a supportive work culture.
Impactful Role: Play a key role in driving production excellence and safety within our organization.
Excellent Salary & Benefits: Salary depending on experience level circa $160K-$180K (inclusive, but not including KPI driven bonuses) .
Key Responsibilities:
Production Project Management: Lead end-to-end production projects with a keen eye for detail, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and impeccable quality control. Develop and execute project plans, allocate resources effectively, and track progress to meet objectives.
Efficiency Optimization: Analyse and refine production processes to boost productivity, reduce waste, and enhance resource utilization. Apply lean manufacturing principles and other methodologies to achieve operational excellence.
People-Focused Culture: Cultivate a positive, inclusive work environment that supports and motivates your team. Facilitate professional development, encourage open communication, and build a cohesive, high-performing team.
Best Practices Implementation: Stay ahead of industry trends and innovations. Introduce and maintain best practices in production management to ensure the team operates at the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
Safety Standards: Promote and uphold a culture of safety across all production activities. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, conduct regular safety audits, and implement necessary corrective actions.
What We're Looking For:
You are a hands-on people leader. Charismatic, engaging and relatable. Proven ability to lead a large production team, and really make a difference.
At least 5 years of experience in management within the manufacturing (packaging or similar) sector is essential.
A background in engineering, mechanical aptitude, or experience working on large machinery worksites is highly desirable.
Proven expertise in managing production projects and optimizing operational efficiencies.
Strong leadership skills with a focus on team management and development.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
A strong commitment to safety and maintaining a secure work environment.
Bachelor's degree in engineering, business management, or a related field.
Hours required for this role: Cira 8am-4.30|5pm with flexibility to meet production demands.
Apply today to lead the production team and make a difference in the packaging industry. Together, create packaging solutions that set new standards of excellence!
Pre-Christmas start date preferred. Interviewing now.
How to Apply
Please apply today with your updated CV. Please ensure you include your achievements in your most recent role.
Your contact for this role is Chanelle Bryan, Senior Recruitment Consultant. ****** , Phone 09 600 5151
Please Note: To be eligible for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in New Zealand and available for in-person interviews in Auckland. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications from overseas.
Successful candidates will be contacted within 7 working days of receiving their application.
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