Production Manager
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Job Location:
Hamilton - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
05-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the role
Were looking for an experienced and hands-on Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations. This role is pivotal in driving performance leading teams and optimising production processes to meet business goals. If youre passionate about people leadership continuous improvement and delivering results in a fast-paced environment this is your opportunity to make a real impact. This is a permanent full-time hands-on role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday at 7:30 am to 4:00pm.
What Youll Be Doing
- Oversee the smooth and efficient operation of production machinery ensuring compliance with safety codes and maintenance standards
- Lead and motivate production teams managing staffing performance training and succession planning
- Identify and implement process improvements to boost productivity reduce downtime and enhance efficiency
- Conduct regular quality checks resolve production issues promptly and ensure adherence to manufacturing standards
- Collaborate with scheduling and planning teams to meet production targets and optimise workflow
- Monitor plant performance and energy usage using data to drive operational improvements
- Lead prototype builds gather feedback and apply learnings to improve future production runs
- Support the planning procurement and commissioning of new machinery and automation technologies
- Maintain accurate production data and standard operating times within the ERP system (Epicor)
- Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and procedures
Qualifications :
What you will bring to the role:
- A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in production or manufacturing management
- Minimum 5 years experience in production or process management ideally within HVAC or a related industry
- Strong knowledge of production systems BOMs MRP and ERP platforms
- Proven experience in machinery specification process optimisation and factory layout planning
- Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Inventor with AutoCAD experience preferred
- Excellent leadership communication and project management skills
- A proactive solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and team development
Additional Information :
Benefits
- Free parking and secure facilities
- Health insurance cover: Hospital Select Base Plan 3 GP Visits
- Benefit from special discounts on personal banking with ANZ.
- Employee Assistance Program free counselling and wellbeing support
- Discounted rate for employee purchases of heat pump products
- Additional weeks annual leave after 6 years of service.
- Enjoy a relaxed office environment with a supportive and collaborative team.
- Access training initiatives and opportunities for career growth.
- Be part of a globally recognised company with a strong reputation
Why Join Us
At Temperzone we pride ourselves on being a people-first organisation. We are committed to building a high-performance workforce that reflects our values of safety innovation and excellence. Youll be part of a supportive People and Culture team where your ideas are valued and your work has real business impact.
How to Apply
- Follow the steps that takes you to our external link to answer our screening questions.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean
- Management Experience
- 5S
- Operations Management
- Production Planning
- Production Management
- Kaizen
- Supervising Experience
- Manufacturing
About Company
Welcome to Temperzone! As the proud recipient of the 2022 ARBS Product Excellence Award, we are Australasia's longest-serving air conditioning manufacturer. Our commitment to quality and eco-conscious initiatives shines through in our internationally acclaimed product line. Joining Te ... View more
