Onsite Production & Inventory Planner

ASSA ABLOY Group; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Group in Lower Hutt, New Zealand, is seeking a Production Inventory Controller to plan and coordinate manufacturing operations. This permanent full-time role reports to the Operations Manager and focuses on delivering production volume, quality and efficient sourcing.

You will build strong internal and external relationships, drive forecast accuracy and contribute to continuous improvement in a dynamic, safety‑conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Results-oriented professional with sense of responsibility and ownership.
• Structured, energetic, autonomous and able to work in cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of materials such as glass, timber and sheet metal.
• Experience with production planning and inventory control is desirable.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy production environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain production planning to optimise resources.
• Prepare rolling production schedules to meet forecasted finished goods volume.
• Analyse demand and report exceptions for Sales and Operations planning.
• Adhere to capacity, production and material constraints while minimising last-minute changes.
• Drive forecast accuracy and process improvements.
• Develop relations with suppliers, customers and stakeholders.
• Ensure standard operating procedures are followed for training and quality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Resilience under pressure

Materials knowledge

Industrial/manufacturing knowledge

Job description

ASSA ABLOY Group in Lower Hutt, New Zealand, is seeking a Production Inventory Controller to plan and coordinate manufacturing operations. This permanent full-time role reports to the Operations Manager and focuses on delivering production volume, quality and efficient sourcing.

You will build strong internal and external relationships, drive forecast accuracy and contribute to continuous improvement in a dynamic, safety‑conscious environment.