Production Manager

About the Company We are a leading manufacturing operation located in Auckland, specializing in the production of milk powder and health supplements. Our commitment to quality and safety drives our success, and we are seeking an experienced Production Manager to enhance our team. About the Role In this full-time position, you will oversee daily production activities, ensuring that our products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and in compliance with relevant regulatory standards. The role requires a minimum commitment of 30 hours per week. Your responsibilities will include: - Planning, organizing, and supervising daily production operations to meet output, quality, and delivery targets. - Coordinating production schedules, labor allocation, and workflow to ensure efficient use of plant, equipment, and materials. - Monitoring production processes to ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements. - Managing raw materials, packaging materials, and inventory levels to prevent production delays and minimize waste. - Overseeing equipment operation and maintenance in collaboration with technical and maintenance teams to reduce downtime. - Identifying production issues, analyzing operational data, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. - Ensuring adherence to workplace health and safety policies, and identifying, controlling, and reporting risks. - Training, supervising, and motivating production staff to uphold productivity, quality, and safety standards. - Liaising with senior management regarding production performance, resource requirements, and operational improvements. - Preparing production reports, forecasts, and relevant documentation related to output, costs, quality, and efficiency. Requirements The ideal candidate should possess: - A relevant qualification in food science, manufacturing, engineering, or operations management, or at least five years of relevant production management experience. - Experience in food, dairy, milk powder, or health supplement manufacturing is highly desirable. - Strong organizational and leadership skills, with a proven ability to manage teams and achieve production targets. - A solid understanding of health and safety, food safety, and quality management systems. - The ability to analyze production data and implement practical operational improvements. - Good communication skills and the capability to work effectively with management and production staff. - A high level of attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities. - Honesty, reliability, and professionalism in the workplace. - A willingness to comply with company policies, including those related to health, safety, and maintaining a drug-free environment. Benefits We offer a competitive salary and a supportive work environment that fosters both personal and professional growth. If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, we invite you to submit your application. Click "Apply Now" to get started.