Production Shift Leader

3 days ago


Auckland, New Zealand Straitnz Full time

Here at Griffin's Snacks, we're proud of our heritage and being New Zealand's largest snack food company, producing many iconic kiwi brands, including Griffin's, Huntley and Palmers, ETA and Nice & Natural.Due to a recent internal promotion, we are currently recruiting for a self-motivated and collaborative leader to join our team as Line Leader, reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, and based at our Papakura site. This role is permanent, full-time, and working our Morning Shift - 12.05am - 8:05am, (some flexibility will be required to occasionally work a monthly Saturday)We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about leveraging automation and robotics technologies to optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. We are in an exciting period of significant process change (Integrated Work Systems/IWS into our plants) environment which emphasizes lean manufacturing, standardized work employee involvement, and driven performance metrics to create a culture of continuous improvement.You will be passionate about fostering a culture of innovation among your team especially with our IWS journey and you'll be a leader who really thrives on a challenge, loves coaching a team to deliver change, who genuinely sees the value in introducing this way of working to the business and getting actively involved on the shop floorThe key focus of this role is to ensure that all production targets and manufacturing plans are achieved, within timeframe and allocated resources. Alongside the daily running of production and team leadership, this role will have exposure to a range of projects and continuous improvement initiatives - we're looking for someone who really thrives on a challenge, proactively seeks new opportunities and who is all about thinking outside the boxYou will be well supported under the direction of the Operations Manager and Manufacturing Manager. We are after an experienced strong people & technical leader, who can effectively drive engagement, link with key stakeholders across the business and make sound decisions under pressure Is resilient and enjoys being challengedWhat you'll be responsible for:Leading teams across the site during your shift including decision making regarding breakdowns, labour, or security issues.Managing, engaging, and developing a team of approximately 12 permanent employees - including recruitment, performance management and training to achieve the vision of a highly skilled, flexible shift team.Championing Health & Safety and Food Safety - driving GMP and ensuring safe working practices are maintained.Ensuring all production targets & manufacturing plans are achieved while meeting product quality standards, optimizing labour and minimizing waste.Leading and implementing continuous improvement initiative.What you'll bring to the role?Proven experience in a leadership role at a team leader / production supervisor (as a minimum) or shift manager level.Bachelor's degree in science, Engineering, robotics, automation, or related field will be of advantage.A strong record of developing people and building a positive culture.Experience within a food manufacturing environment - including awareness of key food safety and quality requirements.Ideally, you'll have a tertiary qualification in Operations Management, Engineering, Food Technology, or another relevant field.Strong communication skills to engage your team and advocate for your shift when working with other departments.Resilience and the confidence to make decisions under pressure.Project management skills to allow you to meet today's goals while keeping an eye to the bigger picture.Proactive mindset and previous involvement in continuous improvement initiatives.An eagerness to learn and grow your career with us.Inquisitive mindset and passionate in automation systems, robotics, programming.What can you expect in return? You can expect to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team - leveraging strong leadership, continuous improvement systems and capital investment to continue to raise the bar in manufacturing excellence. You'll have a high level of autonomy, enjoy the satisfaction of measurable results and being part of a business committed to corporate social responsibility and ongoing employee development.If you have the experience we are looking for and you wish to join a company where you can have pride and passion in what you do, please APPLY NOW and submit your application form below Please note our sites will be closing down over the festive period from the 18th of December till the 7th of January 2025. We will review all applications in the New Year and following this, will provide an update on your application as soon as possible. How to Apply: Fill out the application form below.Click green button - Apply Now - to submit application.If the green button says - Continue Application Next Page - please ensure you complete the form on the next screen to complete your application.Important:Double check your email is entered correctly.Application updates are sent from Chilli Factor recruitment software.Please check your inbox (and junkmail) for application updates.Recruitment team may text message your mobile number to update you on your job application. Text response to us costs your normal text price. Option to use Txt Free Reply.



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