Production Manager
Job No:
RS300033
Location:
Onehunga
- EARN a Competitive Salary | Based on Experience
- Lead Production Processes, Plant & Materials
- Join a Growing Business Focused on Quality & Compliance
About The Company
Our client is a trusted New Zealand business operating in the power utilities sector for over 30 years. They design, build, and deliver customised and off-the-shelf products with full customer service and support. With a focus on quality systems, safety, and customer satisfaction, they are seeking a motivated Production Manager to lead their assembly and testing teams.
About The Opportunity
The primary purpose of this role is to manage production schedules, output, and efficiency while minimising waste and ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Reporting to senior management, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing production schedules to meet client deadlines
- Overseeing production, assembly, testing, and packing teams
- Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and dangerous goods standards
- Leading, coaching, and supervising employees to deliver high-quality output
- Managing conflict resolution, team rosters, and wage budgets
- Liaising with management and cross-functional teams to ensure targets are met
- Maintaining and calibrating instruments and equipment
- Driving continuous improvement of production processes and procedures
- Supporting the development of workplace culture and adherence to health and safety at work
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- 5+ years’ experience in people management within production or manufacturing
- Strong office computing skills and ability to work with scheduling and reporting tools
- Knowledge of quality standards and compliance (ISO 9001 advantageous)
- Excellent leadership, training, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while delivering results
What's in it for You?
- Lead a Skilled Production Team with Autonomy & Support
- Contribute to Continuous Process & Quality Improvements
- Flexible Hours to Support Work-Life Balance
- Stable Industry That Is Growing with Long-Term Security
- Close-Knit Team with Quarterly Team Building Events
- Performance-Based Bonuses + Birthday Leave
- Convenient Location Close to Public Transport & Shops
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