Yvette Harrison Recruitment Looking for Production Shift Manager or Production Manager at Oamaru, Otago, New Zealand Full Time

Changing roles is serious business. You want to be sure you are joining a company that aligns with your values and appreciates that its people are its most valuable resource. You also need to know that the company is financially stable and that its owners are investing in the business’s future.

This is such a company.

Rainbow Confectionery has a history that goes back nearly 150 years. Today it is a thriving business that employs 90 staff at its busy production facility. Offering over 200 different confectionery lines including classic childhood favourites like pineapple lumps, milk bottles and fizzy lollies they have gained prominence in supermarkets and convenience stores throughout New Zealand and beyond.

Based in historic Oamaru, New Zealand’s steampunk capital, here is an opportunity to put down roots within a closeknit community while continuing to grow your career. If you’re looking for a role with the scope to make your mark and where you will be recognised for success, look no further.

What will you be doing?

There Are Currently Two Vacancies

Production Shift Manager, reporting to the Production Manager, working a rotating Monday-Friday three shift roster.

Production Manager, reporting to the Operations Manager, working Monday-Friday.

In either role you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and correct production and packing of products to the highest quality, hygiene and safety standards at this modern automated facility. You are focused on meeting optimum productivity, maximising the efficient use of raw materials and resources, and ensuring product conforms to specifications and quality guidelines.

You are a hands-on leader and role model. You don’t stand on the side-lines directing the action, but instead get stuck in with your team to better understand the plant and people, solve issues and create a positive team culture. You will be actively involved in the creation, maintenance and training of factory policies and procedures. You embrace change and will be active in supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Who are we looking for?

• Leadership – This is not your first leadership role. You have demonstrated your ability to coach, mentor and develop your team. Your engaging and passionate personality enables you to promote a clear vision and expectations, setting your team up for a journey of success.
• Technical capability – You understand food manufacturing processes and machinery, and can articulate how you go about solving problems of a technical nature.
• Industry experience – Experience working with in a food manufacturing environment is expected.
• You have common sense and sound decision-making skills. You are enthusiastic and positive- attributes that enable you to engage and motivate your team.

If working in a closeknit provincial location offering a lower cost of living and shorter commute times without compromising on your career sounds appealing, this could be the move you’ve been looking for. Here is a great opportunity where you can truly add value and make a difference.

How to apply?

Click on the Apply button and attach your CV and cover letter. For further information contact Yvette Harrison on 0220611909.