Factory Manager - Roofing Industries

Vulcan; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

Roofing Industries, a division of the Vulcan Steel Group, Auckland North Harbour, seeks a hands-on manufacturing leader to run the site, owning production, people and performance to ensure on-time orders and strict safety standards.

You will plan production, lead the team, drive continuous improvement and oversee maintenance to keep equipment reliable. A trade/engineering background and Lean or safety qualifications are advantageous; NZ residency or valid work visa is required.

Qualifications

• Factory or manufacturing management experience.
• Proven people leadership — managing a production team.
• Production planning and scheduling experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Machinery maintenance and asset management knowledge.
• ERP/MRP system experience.
• Full NZ driver licence.
• A trade or engineering qualification, Lean Manufacturing experience or a health and safety qualification would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage production schedules to meet customer demand.
• Lead, train and develop the production team.
• Drive health and safety on site — hazards, inspections and incidents.
• Manage maintenance schedules and minimise machine downtime.
• Track output, efficiency and waste, and fix what’s slowing the factory down.

Skills

Factory management

People leadership

Production planning

Health & safety

Asset maintenance

ERP/MRP experience

NZ driver licence

Education

Trade qualification

Engineering qualification

Lean Manufacturing experience

Health & Safety qualification

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Job description

Roofing Industries (part of Vulcan Steel Group)

Roofing Industries is a New Zealand manufacturer and supplier of metal roofing and cladding products, proudly supporting roofers and builders nationwide. With 15 branches nationwide, we provide reliable supply and localised service across the country.

About the role

This is your factory to run — production, people and performance.

Lead our Auckland factory at North Harbour and take full ownership of a busy manufacturing site.

You’ll run production, lead the team and keep customer orders going out accurately, on time and to standard.

What you’ll do

• Plan and manage production schedules to meet customer demand
• Lead, train and develop the production team
• Drive health and safety on site — hazards, inspections and incidents
• Manage maintenance schedules and minimise machine downtime
• Track output, efficiency and waste, and fix what’s slowing the factory down

Requirements

• Factory or manufacturing management experience
• Proven people leadership — managing a production team
• Production planning and scheduling experience
• Strong knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act
• Machinery maintenance and asset management knowledge
• ERP/MRP system experience
• Full NZ driver licence
• A trade or engineering qualification, Lean Manufacturing experience or a health and safety qualification would be an advantage.

Benefits

• Permanent leadership role with a trusted New Zealand brand
• Company vehicle
• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Real autonomy to shape how the factory runs

Ready to lead a busy manufacturing site?

You must be currently residing in New Zealand or have a valid work visa to be considered for this position.

We are committed to health and safety in our organisation. Due to the nature of this role and our business, a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test is part of the recruitment process for the successful person.