
Team Leader Manufacturing
Mills Recruitment Limited
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Construction & Labour$27.0 - 28.0/h9 hours ago
Wigram, Canterbury, New Zealand
Work Style
Physical7/10
Social8/10
Technical6/10
Creative3/10
Outdoor2/10
Pace7/10
Structure8/10
Pressure7/10
Travel1/10
Hours9/10
Description
Hands-on team leader role in stockfeed manufacturing site managing a team of 7 in a fast-paced production environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and support the team
- Allocate tasks and manage workflow across the shift
- Oversee machine operation (filling machines, case packers, palletising robots)
- Ensure production targets and quality standards are consistently met
- Carry out basic mechanical troubleshooting to minimise downtime
- Manage product flow, including damaged or waste product
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and housekeeping
- Operating machinery including filling machines, case packers, and palletising robots
Requirements
- Manufacturing / production experience (essential)
- Able to commit for the full peak season (June – September)
- Happy in a hands-on, physical role
- Leadership experience OR ready to step up
- Forklift licence
- Reliable, team player with a good attitude
Benefits
- Strong hourly rate ($27 - $28)
- Consistent full-time hours
- Ability to earn and save over winter
- Social, down-to-earth team environment
- Modern, clean facility
- Support from a local recruitment team
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