Management (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics) The Business:We are a growing food manufacturing business based in New Plymouth. The Production Manager – Day Shift ensure that manufacturing processes for the shift run reliably and efficiently and is responsible for ensuring that product quality and safety meets company, statutory requirements and customer standards, and all production team activities are compliant with company health and safety standards. The role will also carry responsibility for setting up systems and procedures, along with the reporting standards and digitization for all Production documentation, all shifts. To be involved in the automation of the systems between Production and Engineering. The role is responsible for the Implementation of these within the Day shift and the Production Manager Night shift within the night shift.The Role: Reporting to the Operations Manager and leading 2 Team Leaders, you will be responsible for managing cost effective, timely and correct production and packing of products to the highest quality, hygiene, and safety standards at this facility. The role will also carry responsibility for setting up systems and procedures, along with the reporting standards and digitization for all Production documentation, all shifts. To be involved in the automation of the systems between Production and Engineering. The role is responsible for the Implementation of these within the Day shift and the Production Manager Night shift within the night shift.Who are we looking for?You can operate at a strategic level, thinking, planning, and executing the bigger picture while remaining hands-on to ensure the day-to-day operation runs safely, smoothly, and efficiently. You are a visible leader with a focus on your people: recruiting, retaining, developing, and engaging a highly skilled production team, as it is only through your people that you will attain your, and the company's, goals.You will ideally have strong people management skills, and the energy and enthusiasm to get the most out of teams, with a sound knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), LEAN, Overall Equipment Efficiency and Continuous Improvement Methodology to drive improvements and derive maximum production efficiency. Leadership – You must be an extraordinary people leader. You have demonstrated your ability to coach, mentor and develop your team. You're engaging and passionate personality enables you to promote a clear vision and expectations, setting your team up for a journey of success.Industry experience – Experience managing production in a food manufacturing environment is essential.Technical capability –You understand food manufacturing processes and machinery and can articulate how you go about solving problems of a technical nature.Continuous improvement – You are experienced in the use of Lean manufacturing methodologies. with a sound knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), LEAN, Overall Equipment Efficiency and Continuous Improvement Methodology to drive improvements and derive maximum production efficiency, and you welcome the opportunity to roll out strategies to improve operational performance.Commercial acumen – You understand the commercial drivers of a business: cost, loss, yield, productivity – and set measurable KPIs to monitor performance.Quality and Food Safety – You take a non-compromising stance on food safety and are committed to producing product of high quality.Health & Safety – You promote a positive, safety-conscious culture.If you are looking for an opportunity to work with a great company and truly make a difference, I want to hear from you now.Eligibility and skillset for this role: At least three years' experience in a similar roleExperience in leading small groups, including developing multi-skilled team members.Ability to lead by example, delegate and work collaboratively. Experience within an automated production process.Ability to multi-task, plan, analyze and challenge.Strong organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.Strong written and communication skills.Knowledge of Health and Safety practices.Be legally permitted to work in NZ.Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screen, as a part of the recruitment process. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful company, and a great team. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? How many years' experience do you have as a production manager? How many years of people management experience do you have? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check? Do you have experience working within a lean agile team? #J-18808-Ljbffr
