Night Shift Production Leader — Food Manufacturing

Goodman Fielder Pty Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

Quality Bakers Auckland is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead site production operations across the night shift. You will develop a high performing team focused on safe, reliable and efficient production to meet daily customer requirements.

You will champion a Never Walk By safety culture, ensure GMP and food safety compliance, and drive continuous improvement. A degree in science or engineering is required, with Level 4 Plant Baking being highly beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level or higher in science or engineering with strong leadership experience.
• GMP, Food Safety & Quality knowledge essential and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience driving DIFOT, efficiency and cost management improvements.
• Excellent English communication, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Champion a Never Walk By safety culture and ensure zero harm.
• Lead QA, GMP compliance and drive continuous quality improvement.
• Achieve targeted efficiency levels (OEE, downtime, waste reduction).
• Develop and mentor leaders and production teams for engagement and succession.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost management initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

DIFOT

HSE

Waste reduction

FSQ compliance

Staff engagement

Education

Science or Engineering degree

Level 4 Plant Baking qualification (beneficial)

Job description

Quality Bakers Auckland is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead site production operations across the night shift. You will develop a high performing team focused on safe, reliable and efficient production to meet daily customer requirements.

You will champion a Never Walk By safety culture, ensure GMP and food safety compliance, and drive continuous improvement. A degree in science or engineering is required, with Level 4 Plant Baking being highly beneficial.