General/Business Unit Manager (CEO & General Management)Come and be part of a team that manufactures premium beverages - award winning juice brand The Apple Press and Boring Oat Milk, a category disruptor in the plant milk space. Apollo Foods was born in provincial New Zealand with a vision to create sustainable beverage brands recognised on the world stage. Through investment in advanced Krones UHT and PET bottling technology the business is focused on targeting key export markets to leverage New Zealand's reputation as a safe and traceable food source. At Apollo Foods we are committed to creating a sustainable and dynamic work environment and we need passionate people to join our team. Join us and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality beverages to consumers worldwide.Sustainability-led businessTraining and advancement opportunitiesRegular company-wide morning teasThe RoleReporting to the CEO, the Site and Operations Manager will be a core member of the Senior Leadership Team. You will be responsible for driving world-class manufacturing within a high growth business environment.Comprehensive understanding of workplace health & safetyLead the operational team ensuring execution of plans that support Company strategy and direction.Lead, develop and enable a high-performance team, to achieve continuous improvement.Investigate production and quality related issues through conducting RCA's using problem solving tools.Work with key stakeholders to understand areas of improvement using both statistical analysis and operator feedback to develop projects and improve production efficiencies.Your Skills & ExperienceStrong experience within a manufacturing environment, ideally food, beverage or dairy.Previous success in a manufacturing or production leadership roles within a complex environment.Strong problem-solving skillsExperience in managing large, diverse teams of people.In-depth understanding of operations, optimising processes, efficiency gains and implementing best practice through continuous improvement.Keen contributor to Risk Assessments and HACCP plans, with proven experience and understanding of RMP, FCP and/or FSSC22000 compliance certification.To be successful in this role you'll have a demonstrated understanding of a FMCG environment and experience in Food Manufacturing.This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing organisation with an ability to make a real difference. If you're ready to hit the ground running, go ahead and apply!Apollo Foods Ltd is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace – we believe that diverse perspectives contribute to innovation, and we celebrate the unique talents and perspectives each individual brings. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join our team.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.#J-18808-Ljbffr
