Manufacturing Frontline Manager - Night Shift

Overview

Join PepsiCo, a globally renowned FMCG company with iconic brands, committed to talent development and sustainability under its Dare for Better initiative. Bluebird Foods Ltd, part of New Zealand's heritage for over 70 years and leader in the Salty Snacks category, is seeking a Frontline Manager for the Potatoes/Multipack/Robots team to work the night shift in Wiri, Auckland.

This position involves leading a safe, motivated, and high-performing team to excel in safety, quality, productivity, and service within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to frontline teams, building an accountable, inclusive, and high-achieving culture.
• Enhance team engagement through daily meetings, recognition, feedback, and tailored development.
• Directly manage operational challenges while meeting objectives for safety, quality, cost efficiency, and service delivery.
• Promote and enforce a robust safety and wellbeing culture by adhering to policies and operational standards.
• Maximize labor efficiency, resource allocation, and shift performance to meet productivity and financial goals.
• Utilize data and continuous improvement techniques to identify optimization opportunities and sustain performance gains.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least three years of leadership experience in food manufacturing or production.
• Demonstrated success in delivering results under high-pressure and dynamic operations.
• Strong leadership capabilities in coaching, managing performance, and fostering engaged teams.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Quality departments.
• Knowledgeable in HACCP, GMP, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Benefits and Company Culture

• Competitive employee benefits package.
• Generous leave policies including wellness, birthday, volunteer leave, and options to purchase or cash out leave.
• Access to health and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional growth and global career paths.

About PepsiCo

PepsiCo pursues sustainability aggressively through initiatives such as electric vehicle chargers, net-zero energy use, hydro-powered trucks, and water conservation efforts. The company encourages innovation and empowering employees to impact food and beverage futures through the Pep+ plan.

Recruitment Process

• Application submission.
• Interviews and skill assessments.
• Online evaluations.
• Background verification.
• Final decision and offer.

Additional Information

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