Production Manager

Penrose, Auckland
Oji Fibre Solutions is New Zealand's leading manufacturer of pulp, paper and suppliers of packaging solutions to a wide range of industries throughout the country. Our paper bag business based in Penrose, Auckland designs and produces multi-wall bags for the dairy, cement, flour and sugar industries throughout the country and into offshore markets.
Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Production Manager role is an integral part of the paper bag business and is all about people leadership and managing continuous improvement. Your experience in transforming behaviour by driving positive change will be highly regarded, as will exposure to a fast paced, high volume production/manufacturing environment (packaging, FMCG or pharmaceutical). With 45 direct reports, this role is all about influencing behaviour and leading from the front.
Your pro-active style means you are always two steps ahead of the game. Problem-solving along with the ability to analyse data, is second nature to you. Here's your chance to make a real impact. Ultimately we are looking for someone who is dynamic and thrives on the challenge of improving staff performance, whilst challenging the status quo to improve overall production and quality. Experience in LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma is advantageous.
Ideal attributes and skills include the following:
This is a real opportunity to bring your Best Practice Leadership, health and safety and process improvement philosophies into play and to join a leading fibre based paper bag manufacturer committed to using sound, sustainable business principles in our operations.
What we offer:
Please apply via the website using an up to date CV and including a cover letter explaining why you are the right person for this role.
In accordance with company policy the successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical examination, drug test, police check and credit check. Oji Fibre Solutions will meet these expenses.
To apply for this role you must be legally eligible to work in NZ.
Please note - we don't work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early.