Mount Pack and Cool is looking for a passionate and energetic Packhouse Manager to join our Post-Harvest Operation, the role will be based at our Aerodrome Road site overseeing the packhouse operations.
Mpac is a progressive and innovative post-harvest company that packs and coolstores kiwifruit for export and distribution by Zespri International Ltd. Providing post-harvest services to kiwifruit growers across the wider Bay of Plenty Region, our friendly and professional approach continues to attract an ever-increasing group of loyal growers. Our growers benefit from continually high levels of service and consistently better than industry average fruit returns.
Reporting to the General Manager - Operations, the responsibilities of this role will include:
Overseeing the planning, resourcing, and execution of the day-to-day Packing Operations to optimise the commercial outcomes for both Mpac and its growers.
A strong focus to achieve desired quality outcomes.
Maintenance of production plant and equipment.
Implementation and oversight of production targets and budgets.
Being actively involved in company workplace health and safety practices and providing the appropriate guidance to staff.
Providing strong leadership, training, and mentoring to a medium-sized packhouse team.
Oversight of maintenance and compliance of buildings.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a career of progression in the kiwifruit/horticulture industry. You will be committed to the delivery of a profitable financial outcome for both Mpac and its growers. You will be driven to succeed, passionate about contributing to the Mpac culture, and about striving to maintain the company's reputation as a top performer in the kiwifruit industry. You will also exhibit a high level of personal initiative, motivation, resilience, and have an excellent attitude and desire to succeed both individually and as a member of the Mpac team.
To be successful in this role, you will need the following skills with relevant experience to reflect:
Kiwifruit/other produce packing experience.
Flexibility in regard to working hours, including weekends during peak season.
Proven negotiation and problem resolution skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Demonstrate a can-do, positive attitude and go over and above to deliver outstanding results.
This is a great opportunity for an existing Packhouse Manager or someone looking to make the step up from a current role within the industry.
A competitive remuneration package that includes health insurance will be offered to the successful candidate.
To request a copy of the position description please contact Phillipa at ****** and to apply for the role please use the application function on Seek including a copy of your CV and covering letter. Please note, applications without cover letters will not be considered. Applications close 6th December 2024.
Applicants must be living and able to work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
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