Production Line Lead - DGU AM Shift (HIGHBROOK)

Metro Performance Glass Ltd; Howick; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Performance Glass is seeking a Production Line Lead for the AM shift at HIGHBROOK to drive daily line performance, safety, and quality on the factory floor. You will lead start-up meetings, coordinate workflows, monitor performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Reporting to the Department Manager, you’ll collaborate with engineering, dispatch, and other departments to keep production moving and waste to a minimum while upholding 5S standards and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader with strong manufacturing experience.
• Proven ability to lead a team on the factory floor.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and 5S.
• Commitment to health & safety and quality standards.
• Reliable and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily start-up meetings covering safety, quality, and production priorities.
• Coordinate workflow to achieve targets while minimising downtime and waste.
• Monitor line performance, identify issues early, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and escalate issues as required.
• Operate machinery and support the team on the line.
• Drive 5S workplace standards to maintain a clean, audit-ready environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across safety, efficiency and productivity.
• Act as the key link between the production floor, leadership, engineering, dispatch and other departments.

Skills

Leadership experience

Lean manufacturing 5S

Continuous improvement

Health & safety

Quality standards

Problem solving

Team coordination

Job description

Production Line Lead - DGU AM Shift (HIGHBROOK)

Metro Performance Glass has been shaping the future of glass in New Zealand for nearly 40 years. We’re proud of our reputation for innovation, quality, but what really sets us apart is our people and our dedication to delivering excellent service to our customers.

This is where you come in!

As the Production Line Lead, you’ll be the go-to person on the production floor — leading by example, keeping the team motivated, and making sure production runs safely, efficiently, and to a high standard every day. Reporting to the Department Manager, you’ll lead from the front, keeping the team focused, production moving, and quality standards high on our AM Shift (6:00am - 2:30pm)

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading daily start-up meetings covering safety, quality, and production priorities
• Coordinating workflow to achieve production targets while minimising downtime and waste
• Monitoring line performance, identifying issues early, and implementing real-time corrective actions
• Ensuring products meet strict quality standards and escalating issues where required
• Operating machinery and stepping onto the line when needed to support the team
• Driving 5S workplace standards to maintain a clean, organised, and audit-ready environment
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across safety, efficiency, and productivity
• Acting as the key link between the production floor, leadership team, engineering, dispatch, and other departments

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for a hands‑on leader with strong manufacturing experience and who knows how to get the best out of a team.

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous leadership experience in a production, manufacturing, or processing environment on the factory floor.
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing 5S, continuous improvement and operational efficiency
• A proactive, problem‑solving mindset with great attention to detail
• Commitment to workplace health & safety and quality standards
• Reliability, energy, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves when needed

What’s in it for you?

This is a great opportunity to step into a leadership role with a business that values hard work, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

In return, we offer:

• Competitive pay package
• Stable, full-time employment with long-term opportunities
• Supportive team culture with genuine career progression
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A fast-paced, team-oriented environment where no two days are the same
• The chance to make a real impact on production performance and team success

Please note:

• Metro Glass has a strong commitment to workplace health and safety and the well‑being of our people. It will therefore be no surprise to you that prospective candidates will be required to pass a drug test before a formal offer is made and all new employees will be subject to ongoing random tests as part of your employment.
• Candidates must have a legal entitlement to work in New Zealand (be a citizen or resident) and live in New Zealand at the time of application.
• For these roles, we are not accepting applications from candidates who require sponsorship or a work visa or a variation to an existing AEVW.