Production Supervisor

Our Company

B&D Group are the market leader in garage door solutions and technology. Since 1956, B&D has been keeping homes and families safe while manufacturing over 5 million garage doors worldwide. The company thrives on teamwork, innovation, and employee well-being, believing that success comes from a united team. It champions continuous improvement and bold thinking, encouraging staff to challenge norms and contribute ideas. Above all, B&D fosters a people-first culture, offering support, flexibility, and growth opportunities, with work-life balance deeply embedded in its operations.

Driven by purpose, united by values.

Your Role

We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced Production Supervisor to lead a high-performing team at our Christchurch manufacturing plant. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for executing daily production plans, driving quality, and fostering a safe and efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 10 in the production area
• Ensure daily production schedules and output targets are met
• Champion quality standards and drive quality improvement
• Promote cross-functional training and team development
• Collaborate with Warehouse, Procurement, Customer Service, and Logistics teams
• Uphold safety standards, participate in safety audits, and HOP sessions
• Active people management: performance, leave, absenteeism, behavioural issues, and training
• Oversee day-to-day operations, resource planning, and scheduling
• Accountability for site production, including non-conformance, change management, and continuous improvement
• Ensure quality standards and compliance
• Provide hands-on operational support (approx. 40% shop floor, 60% admin)
• Develop and update SOPs and documentation

Benefits

• Life, total permanent disability, and Health Insurance (medical and surgical cover) 
• Give back to the communities in which we live and work, with our “Community Action Day” and other programs
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) topped up to your normal pay and 2 weeks paid partner leave available after 6 months
• We will match up to 4% of your salary to Kiwisaver
• Enjoy generous discounts on both DuluxGroup products and through our corporate partnerships.
• Enjoy comprehensive, holistic health and well-being support, including our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support   

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in production leadership within a complex operational environment
• Strong planning, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and quality standards
• High proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Excel (pivot tables, filtering, formulas) and Word (document formatting) - this is essential and will be tested during the interview process
• Effective communication and conflict resolution abilities
• Tertiary qualification or extensive experience in manufacturing
• Ability to train others and develop clear instructions
• Experience working with unions is beneficial
• Demonstrated success in achieving productivity and quality goals
• Experience in garage door or construction industries is a plus

Imagine a better place

B&D Group is proudly part of the DuluxGroup, we believe in the power to 'Imagine a better place', and we want you to be a part of it!

You'll work with over 50 iconic, trusted household brands with a 100+ year history, have the stability of working for a global company and your work will have a real impact. Join us and be part of our growth trajectory as we continue to expand our business globally and innovate in our industry.

At DuluxGroup, we foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, and flexibility. We care about your wellbeing, and we prioritise your safety in everything we do. You'll work alongside people who value your unique perspectives and contributions.

If you're ready to join a compassionate and collaborative workplace, your opportunity starts here.