Technical Team Leader

Mr Apple; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mr Apple is seeking a 12-month Fixed-Term Technical Team Leader for the Whakatu Packhouse Night Shift to oversee the operation of our technology and support the efficient flow of fruit through the packhouse. The role requires clear communication, technical aptitude, and a proactive approach to safety and quality.

You will work closely with Production, Quality, Staffing and Line Team Leaders to meet production targets, ensure product quality, and maintain health and safety standards during the

Qualifications

• Clear and effective communication with a wide range of people.
• Proactive with strong attention to detail and comfortable with learning new tech.
• Experience in packhouse, manufacturing, production or technical operations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the Compac electronic sizer and related systems.
• Complete packhouse start-up and shutdown procedures, including calibrations and checks.
• Monitor weight, size and quality data to maximise production efficiency.
• Work with Quality to meet grading and sampling requirements.
• Manage run changes, batch setup and system configurations for production plans.
• Monitor volumes and fruit flow, adjust staffing and speeds as needed.
• Record downtime and coordinate maintenance with Engineering teams.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture and ensure safe practices.

Skills

Communication

Tech literacy

Attention to detail

Night shift

Tools

Compac sizer

Job description

We are currently looking for a 12-month Fixed-Term Technical Team Leader to join our busy and forward-thinking team at our Whakatu Packhouse Night Shift team.

What you'll be doing:

If you're technically minded, enjoy problem-solving, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As the Technical Team Leader, you will play a key role in overseeing the operation of our technology and supporting the efficient flow of fruit through the packhouse. Working closely with Production, Quality, Staffing and Line Team Leaders, you'll help ensure product quality, production targets, and health and safety standards are achieved throughout the shift. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Operating and monitoring the Compac electronic sizer and associated systems
• Completing packhouse start-up and shutdown procedures, including calibrations and system checks
• Monitoring carton weight, fruit size and quality data to maximise production efficiency
• Working alongside the Quality Team to ensure grading and sampling requirements are met
• Managing run changes, batch setup and system configurations to support production plans
• Monitoring production volumes and fruit flow, adjusting staffing and equipment speeds as needed
• Recording downtime and coordinating maintenance requirements with Engineering teams
• Promoting a strong health and safety culture and ensuring safe work practices are always followed

What you'll bring:

• You communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of people
• You're confident using computers and enjoy learning new technology and systems
• You are proactive with strong attention to detail
• Experience in a packhouse, manufacturing, production or technical operations environment would be advantageous
• You have a strong commitment to health and safety
• Must be able to work night shift and support operational requirements during peak season

What we offer:

• Opportunities to learn, grow and impact change
• Work with industry-leading packhouse technology and equipment
• Grow a career in horticulture within a supportive team
• Gain valuable leadership and technical experience in a fast-paced environment

If you want to be part of a business that uses world-class technology and machinery to produce and deliver premium apples to the world, then.