Production Team Member/Supervisor

Trade · East Tamaki, Auckland, New Zealand · Full-Time · $28 - $31/hr

A growing food manufacturer in New Zealand is hiring a Food Production Supervisor / Operator to take ownership of its production floor.

Here is what the job involves: keeping manufacturing running smoothly, making sure every batch meets the required standards, and working alongside a small team on ingredient preparation, batching, machinery operation, quality checks, cleaning and production coordination. You will carry responsibility for production targets, food safety, quality and team support, and move between supervisory and hands-on work as needed. Previous food manufacturing experience is expected.

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Key Responsibilities

Follow every Health & Safety procedure and report hazards or issues
Ensure food safety and Good Manufacturing Practice rules are followed
Carry out daily equipment washdowns, cleaning and sanitation
Keep production areas organised, clean and compliant with workplace standards
Set the daily production schedule and assign tasks across the team
Get manufacturing done safely, efficiently and on schedule
Check, measure and weigh ingredients accurately before production starts
Make batches and products according to approved recipes, keeping production processes and recipe controls accurate
Run mixers, fillers and other food manufacturing machines
Monitor processes and machinery for smooth operation
Hold product quality consistent and complete quality checks, flagging production issues promptly
Track daily production targets and help lift operational efficiency
Train and support production team members, and work with the Production Manager to resolve operational issues
Complete orders and production requirements accurately and on time
Step in with hands-on support across production activities when required

Requirements & Eligibility

Proven food manufacturing or commercial food production experience, including previous work as a Production Supervisor, Team Leader, Senior Production Operator or similar
Experience in an approved food control plan environment
Strong knowledge of quality, hygiene and food safety requirements
Practical experience operating food manufacturing machinery, including mixers, fillers or similar production equipment
Can follow recipes, measurements and manufacturing procedures accurately, with strong attention to detail and commitment to product consistency
Able to lead and support a small production team
Comfortable doing hands-on production work and meeting daily production targets efficiently
Reliable, hardworking and physically capable of production and cleaning duties, including repetitive tasks and washdown responsibilities
Strong communication and organisational skills, and quick to learn new production systems and machinery
Committed to a safe, clean working environment
Current forklift licence is advantageous
Sponsorship is available for a suitably qualified overseas candidate

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