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- Competitive wages
- Brightwater, Tasman location
- Join a team at the forefront of industry innovation
About Us
At DC Equipment, we are on a mission to create safer and more productive steep slope industries worldwide. We design and manufacture innovative mechanized equipment that significantly reduces health and safety risks for workers, while boosting overall efficiency and productivity.
With Head office in New Zealand, manufacturing facilities in Canada and Chile, and distributors across North and South America and Australasia, DC Equipment is a global leader in steep slope solutions. In 2023, we acquired Madill, a renowned brand in forestry equipment, known for its legendary reliability. Alongside our Falcon Forestry Equipment brand, Madill represents our commitment to excellence and long-term value.
At DC Equipment, our actions are driven by our core values:
- Zero Harm
- Innovation
- Teamwork
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Passion
The role
We are currently recruiting for a Production Manager to join the team based in Brightwater. Reporting in to the Operations Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the day to day operations of the manufacturing and electrical teams, leading a team of 10.
Key tasks & responsibilities:
Production planning and coordination
- Develop and maintain production schedules to meet delivery deadlines
- Coordination with Procurement team
- Drawing review
Operational management
- Allocation of resourcing including requesting of outsourcing when required
- Shift management including assigning tasks
- Oversight of production equipment and maintenance to minimize downtime
Quality control
- Strict monitoring of and adherence to quality control processes and procedures
- Investigation of and recommendations for the correction of any product defects or rework
Cost management
- Work alongside the Operations Manager to monitor production costs, reduce waste and increase efficiency
Qualifications, Experience & Attributes:
- Minimum of trade certificate
- At least 5 years' in a manufacturing management role
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft 365 products
- Experience in ERP software is preferred but not essential
- Leadership
- The successful applicant will lead, train and mentor the Production team, and identify any skill gaps
- Foster a collaborative, positive working environment that encourages productivity and innovation
- Ability to consistently deliver results that drive towards the company goals
- Consider the wider company and Group goals, not just the Production team.
If you think you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please apply today.
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