Our Vision is to enrich lives every day through sustainable packaging solutions.

PACT Packaging - Steel Division, is part of the wider PACT Group. Our Steel Division is responsible for the manufacturer of steel drums for the NZ market, with key customers across the NZ Dairy & Honey sectors. PACT’s success is attributable to world-class manufacturing standards and competencies, commercial pragmatism, and a culture that has a passionate customer focus.

PACT Packaging has a reputation for being innovative, customer focused and progressive. This role is an integral part of our success, with the autonym to drive change and performance across our operational platform.

Job Description

About the Role:

A significant leadership opportunity has arisen, to lead our Operational Team, including our Engineering function, to on-going success and continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Business Unit Manager and a key part of the site management team, you will be measured on your ability to deliver Operational Excellence, with focus on safety, cost, quality & efficiency, while meeting our customer expectations.

You’re a smart and agile thinker who has the ability to work tactically, while developing and driving strategic operational improvement & performance, utilising an established and dedicated team.

As the leader in our operation, you will be able to demonstrate:

Proven leadership skills in a commercial, manufacturing and operational environment.
The ability to manage, motivate and develop staff effectively.
A high level of business and professional acumen.
A commitment of continuous improvement.
Lean Manufacturing experience
The ability to lead through operational K.P.I’s.
A strong Operational & Engineering background.
Ability to transfer skill base & knowledge through training and documentation.

The following attributes are essential for the right person:

10+ years of manufacturing experience and a good knowledge of manufacturing best practice.
Ability to lead transformational change in operational excellence.
A great people leader with excellent communication and listening skills.
Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to communicate across all levels of the organisation.
Adaptable, focused, with the ability to operate under pressure.

We are offering:

Competitive salary package.
Interesting and varied business environment.
Operational leadership opportunity.
Discounted health insurance premiums through Southern Cross.
Free on-site car parking.

Qualifications

Desirable:

Experience in steel packaging, linings, food, food/dairy or packaging, pharma manufacturing.

Operations Manager