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 2 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:
A passion for health and safety
Extensive proven leadership experience within a fast paced manufacturing/production environment
Ability to transform team results through coaching/mentoring
Focus on continuous improvement through 5S, Lean and Six Sigma programmes
Energetic Proactive Go-Getter with proven problem solving skills
Passionate about quality and productivity
Customer focussed and goal orientated
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:
Positive, supportive and professional work environment
Competitive salary in accordance with your qualifications and experience
Career development opportunities
7.5% Superannuation Benefits Package including: life insurance, income protection insurance, free basic Southern Cross Medical Insurance, On-site subsidised cafeteria and free gym and car parking onsite.
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.
