Scheduling Manager - Silverdale, Auckland

Mitre 10

New Zealand
Permanent
Full-time

18 days ago

Riviera Prenail specializes in the design and manufacturing of timber frame and truss to a variety of clients throughout the Auckland region.As a key supplier to the building industry, Riviera Prenail has built a great name for themselves in the market and are known for their industry knowledge, and experience when it comes to delivering projects. This is reflected in their rapidly growing and expanding business.We have a brand new, purpose built, semi-automated facility in Silverdale with new 'state of the art' equipment. We offer fantastic buying/discount privileges through our Mitre 10 and Columbus Café business and offer opportunities for career development and advancementAbout this role:Responsible for the management and cohesive functioning of Manufacturing, Scheduling, and Dispatch departments as well as implementation of lean manufacturing initiatives for the business.About you:

Ideally 3 years' experience in the same or similar role.
Exposure to and experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement ideologies.
Applies lateral thinking, displaying an ability to identify solutions.
Motivated with strong people management skills and experience.
National Certificate in Frame and Truss Manufacturing an advantage
Experience with MiTek technology will be an advantage.
Knowledge of NZS 3604: 2011 and an understanding of construction methodology
Up-to-date timber and building knowledge.
Can determine timber requirements and apply knowledge of timber structure construction and make effective judgments.
Ability to cope under pressure and to work to deadlines.
A quick and alert mind with ability to adapt and be flexible.
Effective problem-solving ability.
Ability to read technical documents and drawings.

Your duties:

Ensure Riviera Prenail provides a safe workplace and develops a culture of team members keeping each other safe.
Overall responsibility for all scheduling and manufacturing requirements including setting up, management and maintenance of Smartsheet administration and any developments needed.
Overall management of data input and integrity of the data to ensure an efficient and accurate workflow for the technical, production and dispatch divisions.
Proactively working with internal and external stakeholders to keep the data accurate and relevant to ensure an efficient and accurate workflow for the technical, production and dispatch divisions:
Ensure communication with clients and customers is professional and aligns with our terms and conditions to manage any potential exposure including leading the communication with reps, clients, and builders to ensure an efficient and accurate workflow for the technical, production and dispatch divisions.
Ensure the schedule reflects the jobs being manufactured are the jobs needed on site.
Lead the dispatch function for the business.
Implementation of LEAN and other manufacturing initiatives.
Ensure remedials are dealt with quickly and professionally.
Manage and lead the production team in our factory to ensure the production schedule is attained.
Grow capability of the production team
Understand and operate within the regulatory environment as it applies to frame and truss construction.
Support the creation and maintenance of an environment of safety, accountability, teamwork and performance.
Ensure the effective internal and external stakeholder management.
Ensure site complies with all WorkSafe legislative requirements.
Ensure the completion of daily, weekly and monthly checklists and audits.
Manage, coordinate and ensure all user defined maintenance is carried out as per preventative maintenance plan.

What's in it for you?This position offers you a great opportunity to start a long-term career with a highly successful, proudly Kiwi-owned business. We are proud to offer opportunities to grow your career, a generous staff discounting purchase scheme at our stores and cafés, and all the tools required to perform the role.Who we are:Riviera Hardware Holdings Limited (RHHL) owns and operates Mitre 10 MEGA Albany, Mitre 10 MEGA Warkworth, Mitre 10 MEGA New Lynn and Mitre 10 Whangaparaoa. We also operate our four Columbus Coffee shops within our MEGA stores. We deliver Prenail Frame and Truss solutions through Riviera Pre-nail and manage our own importing via Riviera Imports.Please note:All employment offers are subject to background checks including References and Ministry of Justice Checks. Applicants need to be able to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.What's next:This is your opportunity to join a fast-growing innovative company in a brand new, best-in-class facility. So, grasp this opportunity and apply online today! All employment offers are subject to background checks including references and Ministry of Justice Checks. Applicants need to be able to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.

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