Production Manager
Fantastic management opportunity in a global FMCG company
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Location: Dunedin, New Zealand
Grow your Production leadership career at Kraft Heinz!
Are you a seasoned professional looking to take the next step in your career in management? Do you want to join a dynamic team with a proven track record of internal growth and career advancement opportunities? We have an exciting permanent opportunity for a Production Manager to join the Kraft Heinz team at our Dunedin site, where you will lead and manage a high-performing team to drive production excellence and achieve business objectives.
The Company
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Lead and manage production operations to ensure safe and efficient manufacture of high-quality products
Oversee daily and weekly production performance, identifying areas for improvement
Drive team performance to meet key operational metrics and deliver production targets
Mentor and develop a team of direct reports to build a highly skilled and motivated workforce
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to drive productivity, efficiency, and cost savings
Collaborate with the site management team to ensure seamless site operations
Ensure a safe and healthy work environment by following Kraft Heinz's Environmental, Health and Safety Policies and Procedures
Maintain the highest standards of product quality and food safety
Deliver exceptional service and quality to our customers
Provide effective leadership to the production team, guiding and directing them to achieve business objectives
About you:
Strong experience in FMCG, with a strong background in management and leadership
Proven track record of sound knowledge of food processing and/or a complex manufacturing environment
Experienced in safety management and risk management, with a strong understanding of NZ H&S legislation
Skilled in people management, conversant with NZ employment Law, and experienced in industrial relations and collective bargaining negotiations
Proficient in production forecasting tools and have a strong understanding of local and national legislation and regulations affecting site operations
Experienced in Lean Manufacturing and change management, with a strong ability to manage and prepare budgets, including P&L accounts and balance sheets
Demonstrated excellent communication skills, with experience in technical/SOP writing
Currently hold a relevant tertiary qualification or training
Eligibility to work in New Zealand with full working rights
Benefits of working with us
Pay for Performance – industry leading variable compensation offerings tied to company and individual performance on top of a competitive base salary package
Parental Leave – paid time off for both primary AND secondary caregivers
Leave Options – Purchased leave, volunteer leave and LiveWell leave programs to give you even more flexibility to plan your life and spend time on causes that matter
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Great Place to Work certification in Australia and New Zealand
In House Training Programs
Corporate Discount Programs
Ready to make an Impact?
If you're passionate about Production & Site Management, eager to learn, and enjoy working in a team environment, please submit your application soon. We will be conducting a rolling review of applications and reserve the right to close the advertisement early. We encourage interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible to ensure consideration.
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Location(s)Dunedin
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.