Production Administrator

Short Summary

Join a2 Nutritionals as a Production Administrator in Pokeno – drive production efficiency, coordinate training, and support a high-performing team!

Position Description

Our Story :

We’re excited to share that our business has recently joined the a2 Milk Company family. Formerly known as Yashili Dairy NZ Ltd, we are now operating as a2 Nutritionals NZ Limited, based in Pokeno.

The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet.

The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy.

About the role :

Reporting to the Production Manager and based at Pokeno, you will play a key role in supporting the Blending & Canning production team through accurate administration, reporting, and coordination of processes. Your work will ensure smooth operations, compliance with health and safety standards, and continuous improvement in production efficiency.

More specifically, you will be involved in :

• Preparing and presenting comprehensive production and OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) reports for the Production Manager and team leaders.
• Reviewing and verifying production records, including batch files, for accuracy and completeness.
• Collating and submitting weekly temporary worker timesheets to agencies.
• Coordinating and administrating staff inductions, ongoing training, and rosters.
• Raising purchase orders for stationery and consumables as required by production teams.
• Administering and closing out corrective actions from audits (ANC’s, INC’s, SNC’s, GMP).
• Monitoring and coordinating laundry services with external suppliers.
• Supporting health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives, including workplace inspections and incident reporting.

What you will bring :

What we offer :

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