Manufacturing Operations Lead

Fletcher Building Limited; Wellington; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver

Development opportunities

Career pathways

Employee benefits

Job summary

Approach Signs, part of Higgins Group, seeks an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing activities, coordinate production, and support the factory team to deliver quality signage on time.

You will drive planning, lean improvements, safety practices, and customer and supplier relationships while mentoring staff in a busy Kapiti Coast operation. This hands-on role offers development opportunities and a clear pathway within Higgins, Fletcher Construction, and the VINCI network.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or supervising teams within a manufacturing, production or operational environment.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage changing priorities.
• Knowledge of LEAN principles or experience improving quality, productivity and workflow.
• Confident building relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
• A practical approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• A strong commitment to health, safety and supporting the development of others.

Responsibilities

• Plan production schedules to meet customer requirements and delivery deadlines
• Coordinate daily workflow and ensure the team has the materials, equipment and information needed to succeed
• Monitor productivity, quality and delivery performance, identifying and resolving issues as they arise
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and support the efficient use of plant and machinery
• Coach and support team members, providing clear direction and practical feedback
• Build positive relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders while assisting with quotes, tenders and enquiries

Skills

Team leadership

Lean principles

Production planning

Quality assurance

Health & safety

Job description

Approach Signs, part of Higgins Group, seeks an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing activities, coordinate production, and support the factory team to deliver quality signage on time.

You will drive planning, lean improvements, safety practices, and customer and supplier relationships while mentoring staff in a busy Kapiti Coast operation. This hands-on role offers development opportunities and a clear pathway within Higgins, Fletcher Construction, and the VINCI network.