Production Manager

Our Pact Packaging division is pioneering a whole of product life cycle approach to sustainable packaging. Partnering with global brands to local dairy producers, we integrate supply chain efficiencies and sustainable practices into everything we design and manufacture.About this opportunityThis role is key to the facility achieving 'world class' performance and the main purpose of this role is to ensure that the Wash plant at the Wellington Business Unit achieves sales and profit targets whilst ensuring a safe working environment, good manufacturing practices and driving people competency.Your key responsibilities will be to:Ensure all H&S policies are observed & Create an approach of responsibility and awareness for all employees.Ensure product specifications are correct and optimised.Ensure QC systems are followed, and suitable records are kept.UseLean Manufacturing via strategic A3 processes.Train Team Leaders and manufacturing staff as required.Work to FSSC22000 & HACCP proceduresWork with the maintenance team to ensure that all equipment is achieving high levels of reliabilityYour skills and experienceTo be successful in this role, you'll have:Engineering Apprenticeship 5 years in a plastics manufacturing environmentExperienced using production aspects of MRP systems.The ability to learn new computer systems i.e. SAP, EskerTo have a sound understanding of & can operate effectively Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPointAbility to develop relationships and positively influence peopleBusiness acumen and practical analytical skillsStrong Leadership skillsQualificationsNZQA Mechanical EngineeringBSc Mechanical Engineering, orBSc Chemistry, orBEng Mechanical Engineering#J-18808-Ljbffr