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Our client is 100% New Zealand owned, specialising in the independent manufacturing of quality detergents and sanitisers for the Dairy, Hospitality, Food Processing and Farm Retail markets in New Zealand. They are after a motivated 2IC to assist with production and dispatch. 

About the Role:

You’ll work closely with the site manager to keep daily operations running smoothly. This role offers plenty of variety – from assisting with production workflows and supervising staff, to loading/unloading trucks and handling dispatch paperwork. It’s a position where you’ll need to lead by example, communicate well, and maintain high standards of safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day operations across production and logistics
• Supervise and coordinate staff on the floor
• Assist with freight manifesting, dispatch, and other paperwork
• Operate forklifts to load and unload trucks (F endorsement required)
• Maintain a safe, tidy, and productive work environment

• Current F endorsement and OSH forklift certification
• Ability to work Monday to Friday 7am - 5pm
• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, or warehousing environments
• Strong leadership qualities and ability to motivate a team
• Reliable, hands-on, and willing to get involved in physical work
• Experience with dispatching processes 
• Good commuication skills