Production Line Lead

About the Company At Synlait, we are a purpose-driven milk nutrition company dedicated to "Doing Milk Differently for a Healthier World." Our organization prides itself on being unique, fostering a culture that promotes innovation and value through fresh perspectives. We combine expert farming with cutting-edge processing techniques to create a variety of nutritional milk products for our global customers. By joining our team, you will become part of a community of authentic individuals who work collaboratively to produce the highest quality in milk nutrition. We are committed to providing opportunities for career growth and creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity as a driver of innovation and success. About the Role We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Production Line Lead to join our team at the D1 plant. This key leadership position is responsible for supervising a team of skilled operators and shift leaders across multiple shifts. You will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of our production lines, while also driving continuous improvement and enhancing overall business performance. As the Production Line Lead, your responsibilities will include: - Ensuring consistent product quality and driving production efficiency. - Fostering a culture of excellence and meeting yield, cost, and quality targets while maintaining a safe work environment. - Serving as a role model and promoting our desired plant culture. - Developing and enhancing the capabilities of your team. - Actively engaging on the production line to take a hands-on approach. - Providing on-call support for the plant as needed. Requirements The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience: - Proven experience in leading, developing, and engaging high-performing teams. - A strong track record of achieving operational targets and enhancing efficiency. - At least five years of experience in a dairy manufacturing or food/beverage production environment. - In-depth knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), and food safety regulations. - Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies. - Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, especially under pressure. - Excellent communication abilities, with a talent for influencing and collaborating across departments. - Capability to lead change and support business transformation initiatives. Please note that applicants from outside New Zealand will only be considered if they have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: - Health insurance coverage, along with partnerships for valuable benefits and discounts. - Excellent parental leave through our Matua policy. - Access to world-class manufacturing facilities and BCorp™ certification. - Opportunities for membership in our Social Club. What’s Next? If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply now. Please submit your most recent CV along with a cover letter that summarizes your qualifications and what you can contribute to Synlait. We wish you the best of luck in your application process. We encourage early applications, as we will be reviewing submissions regularly and may close the advertisement ahead of schedule. Together, we will continue to cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.