ABB
Production Supervisor
New Zealand · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerABB
- LocationNew Zealand
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Integrated Production Unit Leader
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Your role and responsibilities
Ready to lead, influence and make a genuine impact? Do you thrive on developing people, driving operational excellence, and creating high-performing teams?
This is an opportunity to lead from the front, champion continuous improvement, and be part of something bigger at our industry leading facility that manufactures products supporting critical industries around the globe.
You'll lead a talented production team balancing safety, quality, efficiency, and people leadership while creating a culture of accountability, engagement, and performance. Working closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and supply chain teams, you'll play a crucial role in delivering results while developing the next generation of manufacturing talent.
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This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Production Supervisor to join us and manage our afternoon shift.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Championing a strong safety-first culture, ensuring all team members go home safe every day
- Driving production execution to achieve volume, quality, and on-time delivery targets
- Identifying operational improvements and overseeing implementation of performance enhancements
- Resolving critical product or equipment issues in collaboration with internal teams
- Leading, developing, and mentoring team members while ensuring proper staffing and performance management
- Building and maintaining engagement and accountability across shifts, fostering trust, inclusion, and open communication
- Leading change initiatives and supporting teams through continuous improvement and transformation
You'll join a passionate and experienced leadership team that values initiative, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We celebrate problem-solvers, support new ideas, and empower leaders to challenge the status quo. If you enjoy developing people, improving processes, and delivering results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you'll feel right at home.
This position reports to the Integrated Production Unit Leader.
We're looking for someone who:
- Leads with authenticity, accountability, and a people-first mindset
- Is committed to creating a culture where safety, quality, and performance go hand in hand
- Has a proven track record of leading high-performing manufacturing teams
- Thrives in fast-paced operational environments where priorities can shift quickly
- Enjoys coaching, mentoring, and developing others to reach their full potential
- Has a passion for continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, and operational excellence
- Makes decisions using data, insight, and sound judgement
- Builds strong relationships across departments and influences positive outcomes
What's in it for you?
- Be part of something bigger, with a global technology leader driving innovation and sustainability
- Monday to Friday work pattern
- Join a business that genuinely supports and actively invests in ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
- You’ll have a genuine opportunity to influence culture, performance, and continuous improvement across the production operation
- You’ll join a collaborative leadership team where your ideas and expertise are valued
- Work in an award-winning manufacturing facility supplying products to customers worldwide
- Comprehensive benefits including medical insurance for you and your family, KiwiSaver and Superannuation Scheme benefits.
- Access to worldwide career progression opportunities within ABB's global network
- Be part of a business that is helping power the energy transition and build a more sustainable future
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
More about us
ABB Critical Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division's technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division's portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world's largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division's ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO₂ emissions
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Your future starts here
#RunWithABB
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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