GMP Manufacturing/Packing Team Leader - Night Shift

Vitaco; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous staff discounts on Vitaco产品

Onsite cafeteria and free parking

Health and wellness initiatives

Career development and internal growth

Supportive and inclusive team

Purpose-driven company culture

Job summary

Vitaco is seeking a capable and proactive Team Leader to lead our Night Shift operations in GMP Manufacturing and GMP Packing. You will oversee a team of machine operators, coordinate resources, and ensure safe, efficient production with high hygiene standards.

Reporting to the Line Manager, you will drive SH&E initiatives, coach staff, and collaborate with Planning, Quality, Engineering and People & Culture to meet production targets while maintaining cost control and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in FMCG production environments.
• 3-5 years leadership in manufacturing and packing.
• OH&S experience in a production setting.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Problem-solving with a continuous improvement focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support SH&E initiatives, promoting a safer culture.
• Deliver production plans efficiently with high product quality and hygiene.
• Coach and develop team members for performance and growth.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes and practices.
• Coordinate with Planning, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering and People & Culture.
• Maintain compliance with audits and collective agreements.
• Roster management and 45 hours per week scheduling.

Skills

FMCG experience

Manufacturing leadership

OSH/Safety in production

Trade qualifications

Communication

Negotiation

Financial acumen

Workflow planning

People leadership

ERP systems

Education

Certificate-level trade or industry qualifications

Tools

Navision

3WS

Job description

GMP Manufacturing/Packing Team Leader - Night Shift

GMP Manufacturing and GMP Packing Team Leader, (Night Shift: 10:00pm to 6:30am)

The Opportunity

We are looking for a capable and proactive Team Leader to lead our Night Shift operations in the GMP Manufacturing and GMP Packing areas. Reporting to the Line Manager, you will oversee a team of machine operators and coordinate resources to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality production outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support Health, Safety & Environment (SH&E) initiatives, ensuring compliance and promoting a \"Safer Place Because of Me\" culture.


• Deliver the production plan efficiently while maintaining high product quality and hygiene standards.


• Coach and develop team members, supporting performance, growth and accountability.


• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in processes and practices.


• Collaborate with Planning, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering and People & Culture teams to ensure timely resource coordination.


• Maintain compliance with audit and collective agreement requirements.


• 45 hours per week


• Roster includes 1 x Sunday every 4 weeks

About You

You will bring a strong mix of technical, leadership and interpersonal skills, including:

• Proven experience in FMCG.


• Proven experience in manufacturing and packing leadership, (3-5 years preferred).


• Occupational health & Safety experience in a production environment.


• Certificate-level trade or industry qualifications preferred.


• Strong communication and negotiation skills.


• Problem-solving mindset with a continuous improvement focus.


• Financial acumen and ability to manage costs and resources effectively.


• Workflow planning and time management experience.


• People leadership capabilities - mentoring, coaching and team building.


• Experience with ERP systems, (e.g., Navision or 3WS) is a plus.

What is in it for You

• Generous staff discounts on Vitaco products


• Onsite cafeteria and free parking


• Health and wellness initiatives


• Career development and internal progression opportunities


• Supportive and inclusive team environment


• Be part of a purpose-driven company that values care, action, and success

This position is very important to delivering our mission toempower healthier lives, offering challenge and the opportunity to be part ofthe ongoing growth and success of Vitaco. We believe diversity in our businessis an asset that impacts the way we think and the way we work together. We arecommitted to an inclusive workplace that respects all cultures, different waysof thinking, and supports our people to perform at their best and develop totheir full potential.

Vitaco is growing — and it’s an exciting time to join us!

As our business continues to expand across local and international markets, we’re welcoming many new team members and creating fresh opportunities across all areas of the company. Joining Vitaco now means being part of a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation with a bright future — where your contribution truly makes a difference and growth is part of the journey.

About Us

AtVitaco, we’re dedicated to empowering healthierlives through world-class brands likeHealtheries,Nutra-Life,Musashi,Athena,andAussie Bodies. As a leading Australasian manufacturer and distributor of health food, sports nutrition, and supplement products, we’vebeen helping people live healthier lives for over 100 years. With over650teammembersacrossNew Zealand and Australia, Vitaco operatesthree in-house manufacturingsitesand exports toover 30 countries worldwide. Whether online oron store shelves, Vitaco’s high-quality products are never far from reach