Afternoon Production Leader – Hands-On, Problem-Solving

HR Connect Limited; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured transition and mentoring

Hands-on involvement with evolving in-

Stable afternoon shift

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Timpack is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead the Processing department on the Afternoon shift (3pm to 11:30pm, Monday to Friday). You will supervise roughly 14–16 staff, on the floor, solving problems and leading from the front to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires five years of manufacturing/engineering experience with a formal engineering trade qualification, strong leadership, and a proactive, results-driven mindset.

Qualifications

• 5+ years manufacturing/engineering experience and proven leadership.
• Formal qualification in a hands-on trade such as Engineering, with maintenance/troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team across the Processing department.
• Resolve production issues, providing hands-on mechanical support to minimise downtime.
• Make timely decisions to keep production running, including spend on RM.
• Manage workloads, absenteeism, and ensure staff training & development.
• Use data and reports to drive productivity, reduce waste, and improve process.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Financial awareness

Education

Trade qualification in Engineering

Job description

Timpack is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead the Processing department on the Afternoon shift (3pm to 11:30pm, Monday to Friday). You will supervise roughly 14–16 staff, on the floor, solving problems and leading from the front to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires five years of manufacturing/engineering experience with a formal engineering trade qualification, strong leadership, and a proactive, results-driven mindset.