We’re on the lookout for a hands-on Production Lead to manage a team of 18–20 staff in a busy heavy manufacturing environment. Ideally, you’ll come from a background in steel, fabrication, or heavy industry and enjoy leading from the front.
About the Role
This is a true “on the floor” leadership role. You’ll be responsible for keeping production running smoothly while staying close to the work, jumping in on the tools when needed and supporting your team to hit deadlines.
You’ll play a key role in balancing output, quality, and safety while building a capable, well-trained team.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and coordinate daily operations across a team of 15–20 staff
- Stay hands-on with welding/fabrication when required
- Support complex or priority jobs to keep production on track
- Keep output aligned with production plans and delivery targets
- Champion a strong health & safety culture and run toolbox talks
- Train and develop team members on the floor
- Manage day-to-day workflow, overtime, and team coordination
- Maintain standards across quality, 5S, and continuous improvement
- Background in steel, fabrication, or heavy manufacturing
- Trade-qualified welder (ideal)
- Experience leading teams in a production environment
- A hands-on, lead-by-example approach
- Strong focus on safety, quality, and team culture
- Ability to think on your feet in a busy, fast-moving environment
- Full work rights / NZ residency
- Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
- Established business with a strong reputation
- Varied role with real ownership
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on the shop floor
- Monday to Friday role.
