Shift Supervisor

CanRecruit; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay package

Long-term permanent opportunity

Afternoon Shift 3:40pm-11:45pm

Supportive team environment

Continuous improvement opportunities

Job summary

Davin Industries in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Afternoon Shift Supervisor to lead a busy sheet metal fabrication team. You will oversee daily production operations, coordinate workflow, and ensure targets, quality, and safety standards are consistently met.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, driving productivity, and mentoring staff on processes, machinery, and safety. A permanent, afternoon shift with opportunities for growth is offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or supervisory role.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience within sheet metal fabrication or engineering manufacturing is highly regarded.
• Good understanding of production processes and workflow management.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support factory staff across daily operations.
• Coordinate workflow and production schedules to meet deadlines.
• Monitor quality control and ensure work is completed to specification.
• Train and mentor staff on processes, machinery, and safety procedures.
• Promote and maintain a strong health & safety culture.
• Assist with problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Liaise with management regarding production priorities and staffing requirements.
• Ensure machinery and equipment are operated safely and efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Production knowledge

Organizational skills

Reliability

Job description

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Davin Industries has earned an enviable reputation as an industry leader in precision Sheetmetal fabrication and contract batch manufacturing. Due to continued growth, they now are seeking an experienced and motivated afternoon shift supervisorto join their growing manufacturing team in Bromley, Christchurch.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with strong production experience who can lead by example, drive productivity, and maintain high-quality standards across the factory floor.

About the Role

As the shift Supervisor, you will oversee daily production operations, coordinate workflow, and support a team within a busy sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in ensuring production targets, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support factory staff across daily operations
• Coordinate workflow and production schedules to meet deadlines
• Monitor quality control and ensure work is completed to specification
• Train and mentor staff on processes, machinery, and safety procedures
• Promote and maintain a strong health & safety culture
• Assist with problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives
• Liaise with management regarding production priorities and staffing requirements
• Ensure machinery and equipment are operated safely and efficiently

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or supervisory role
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience within sheet metal fabrication or engineering manufacturing is highly regarded
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Good understanding of production processes and workflow management
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Reliable, proactive, and able to lead by example

What's on Offer

• Competitive pay package based on experience-with allowances/leave benefits.
• Long-term permanent opportunity
• Afternoon Shift Monday-Friday 3:40pm-11:45pm
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and business growth

Please note candidates must have the right to work in New Zealand at time of application to be considered for this role. Candidates not in New Zealand will not be considered. A Pre-Employment Drug Test may be required.

Additional information

• Upskill your career in manufacturing
• Ongoing support and training
• Supportive team environment