Senior Manufacturing Engineer Needed at – Christchurch, New Zealand

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing production operations, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring top-tier quality and safety standards. You will play a crucial role in improving efficiency, managing resources, and leading a team of production staff to meet key business objectives.

While experience in a similar role is preferred, candidates with strong leadership potential and a willingness to grow into a senior position will also be considered. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and growth-focused work environment.

Summary

• Company: VIPeople Staffing & Recruitment
• Location: Christchurch City, Canterbury, New Zealand
• Salary: Competitive (based on experience) with a benefits package

Job Requirements

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess:

• Experience: 5-10 years in a Senior Manufacturing or Supervisory role, ideally in vehicle manufacturing.
• Production Planning Expertise: Proven ability to coordinate production schedules, optimize processes, and meet deadlines.
• Leadership & Team Management: Strong ability to mentor and develop employees, manage workforce performance, and foster a positive team culture.
• Problem-Solving Skills: A structured and analytical approach to addressing manufacturing challenges.
• Safety & Quality Compliance: Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and workplace Health & Safety (H&S) regulations.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with production management software and tools to track and improve efficiency.
• Workplace Management: Ability to handle attendance, performance, and behavioral issues professionally.
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and leadership communication skills to liaise with contractors, team members, and senior management.

Responsibilities

Production & Resource Planning

• Develop and execute production schedules to meet business and project deadlines.
• Ensure that all vehicles are COF-ready, cleaned, and fueled before delivery.
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure timely completion of external work.
• Implement cost-saving measures and efficiency improvements in production.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor and improve manufacturing performance.

Team Leadership & Workforce Management

• Lead and mentor a team of 15 production staff, assigning tasks and ensuring efficient workflow.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, providing training and career development opportunities.
• Address workplace issues such as attendance, performance, and behavioral concerns.
• Verify timesheets and payroll accuracy for production team members.

Health & Safety Leadership

• Maintain a safe working environment and enforce compliance with H&S regulations.
• Lead safety training and emergency preparedness initiatives.
• Quality Control & ISO 9001 Compliance
• Oversee QA checks to ensure that all vehicles meet strict quality standards before delivery.
• Conduct inspections and swiftly address quality concerns as they arise.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience) with an attractive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a highly skilled manufacturing team.
• Work with a leading automotive manufacturing company with a strong reputation for excellence.

Application Deadline

There is no specific deadline mentioned, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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