Production Supervisor

Graymont Limited; Ōtorohanga, Te Kūiti; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Graymont Limited is seeking a Production Supervisor for their Te Kuiti & Otorohanga area facility. The role involves leading frontline operations to ensure the efficient and safe production and dispatch of products, overseeing inventory management, and compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years’ experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in relevant software like Microsoft Office and JDE. This position demands excellent organizational and communication skills, with a focus on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an industrial or manufacturing operations environment.
• Experience coordinating frontline operational activities.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and JDE (or similar ERP systems).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate frontline operations for production.
• Develop and manage production plans based on sales forecasts.
• Coordinate product dispatch activities.
• Manage site inventories of consumables and support inventory levels.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly production reports.

Skills

Planning

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Minimum 5 years in industrial/manufacturing

Full Class 1 (Car) Driver’s Licence

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

JDE or similar ERP systems

Job description

Looking for a Production Supervisor to be based in Te Kuiti & Otorohanga area

New Zealand - WH - Otorohanga

Position Purpose

Lead and coordinate frontline operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production and dispatch of Graymont products. The role is responsible for production planning, dispatch coordination, inventory management, team leadership, operational excellence, and compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environment

Demonstrate and promote Graymont’s commitment to Zero Injuries through compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and standards.

Observe, recognize, and provide feedback on safe and unsafe behaviours.

Participate in health, safety, housekeeping, and site meetings.

Ensure timely reporting, recording, and investigation of incidents, near misses, and hazards using company systems.

Follow up on corrective actions within required timeframes.

Comply with all environmental policies and operating procedures.

Take reasonable precautions to minimise environmental risks and promptly report any environmental concerns, incidents, or hazards.

Coordinate and supervise daily activities of frontline operational employees.

Establish clear priorities, allocate resources, and monitor work execution.

Lead, coach, and support team members to achieve safety, production, quality, and performance objectives.

Foster teamwork, collaboration, accountability, and positive employee relations.

Provide regular feedback, training, and development opportunities to build workforce capability and flexibility.

Production Planning & Operations

Develop and manage production plans based on sales forecasts and inventory requirements.

Coordinate production, dispatch, and operational activities to meet customer demand.

Monitor and report production performance against targets.

Create, update, and maintain production data within JDE, ensuring data accuracy and resolving discrepancies.

Forecast stock levels for Quicklime and Hydrate products.

Dispatch & Logistics

Coordinate product dispatch activities and liaise closely with transport providers to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.

Ensure all inbound and outbound product documentation is accurately processed and recorded in JDE.

Identify and implement improvements to dispatch processes and efficiencies.

Purchasing & Inventory Management

Manage site inventories of consumables including PPE, bags, pallets, diesel, and other operational supplies.

Create purchase requisitions, process receipts, and support supplier payment enquiries.

Monitor inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted site operations.

Operational Excellence

Identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, productivity, and operational performance.

Support continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities.

Encourage employee participation in operational improvement programs.

Teamwork & Stakeholder Engagement

Maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, management, suppliers, and external stakeholders.

Collaborate closely with maintenance, logistics, planning, and safety teams.

Communicate operational decisions and changes that impact the workforce.

Represent the Otorohanga Plant at internal meetings and external activities as required.

Reporting & Administration

Utilise company systems and reporting tools effectively.

Ensure accurate and timely entry of production, inventory, material usage, and energy consumption data into JDE.

Prepare and submit weekly and monthly production and operational reports.

Maintain accurate records and support business reporting requirements.

Other Duties

Undertake additional duties consistent with skills, training, and operational requirements as directed.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 5 years’ experience in an industrial or manufacturing operations environment.

Experience coordinating frontline operational activities.

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and JDE (or similar ERP systems).

Strong planning, organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Full Class 1 (Car) Driver’s Licence.

Preferred

Previous experience leading or supervising frontline teams.

Experience influencing and collaborating across multiple functional areas.

Demonstrated ability to identify and implement operational improvement initiatives.