Scale-Up Manufacturing Operations Leader

Kwetta Limited; Napier; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance (Southern Cross)

Relocation support

Relocation up to $4,000

Job summary

Kwetta Limited in Napier is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager who can build the structure, systems and leadership to scale a high‑mix, high‑value operation while maintaining pragmatism on the factory floor.

You will lead Production and Procurement, collaborate with Engineering, Sales and Service, and help shape Kwetta’s global manufacturing capability as we grow. The role includes ownership, ESOP, relocation support, and Hawke’s Bay lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager
• Led complex manufacturing environments
• High mix, high value manufacturing expertise
• Implemented and operated MRP/ERP systems
• Experience establishing/scaling offshore manufacturing (Europe ideal)
• Strategic, collaborative leadership
• Continuous improvement mindset

Responsibilities

• Build structure, systems and leadership to scale the operation
• Lead Production and Procurement
• Collaborate with Engineering, Sales and Service
• Shape global manufacturing capability as the company grows
• Grow the operation while maintaining pragmatism on the shop floor

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

MRP/ERP experience

Job description

Kwetta Limited in Napier is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager who can build the structure, systems and leadership to scale a high‑mix, high‑value operation while maintaining pragmatism on the factory floor.

You will lead Production and Procurement, collaborate with Engineering, Sales and Service, and help shape Kwetta’s global manufacturing capability as we grow. The role includes ownership, ESOP, relocation support, and Hawke’s Bay lifestyle.