The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Team Leader to lead our Day Shift Bar Line operations. Reporting to the Line Manager, you’ll take ownership of a team of machine operators—ensuring production runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive performance, develop your team, and contribute to continuous improvement in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Key Responsibilities | He kōrero mō te tūranga

• Champion a strong Health, Safety & Environment (SH&E) culture, bringing our “Safer Place Because of Me” mindset to life
• Deliver production plans while maintaining high quality, hygiene, and compliance standards
• Lead, coach, and develop your team to build capability, accountability, and engagement
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and drive practical solutions
• Work cross-functionally with Planning, Quality, Engineering, and P&C to ensure smooth operations
• Support audit readiness and ensure compliance with internal and external requirements

Working Hours & Roster

• 45 hours per week
• Includes 1 Saturday per month

About You | He kōrero mōu

You’re a confident and hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-moving manufacturing environment and enjoys building strong, high-performing teams.

You will bring:

• Proven leadership experience in FMCG or manufacturing (3–5 years preferred)
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and production performance
• Excellent coaching and people leadership capability
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Experience working to production targets, KPIs, and tight timeframes
• Strong communication, organisation, and stakeholder collaboration skills

Nice to have:

• ERP experience (e.g., Navision, 3WS)
• Relevant trade or industry qualification

What’s in it for You

• Competitive salary
• Generous staff discounts on Vitaco products
• Onsite cafeteria and free parking
• Health and wellness initiatives
• Career development and internal progression opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Be part of a purpose-driven company that values care, action, and success

This position is very important to delivering our mission to empower healthier lives, offering challenge and the opportunity to be part of the ongoing growth and success of Vitaco. We believe diversity in our business is an asset that impacts the way we think and the way we work together. We are committed to an inclusive workplace that respects all cultures, different ways of thinking, and supports our people to perform at their best and develop to their full potential.

Vitaco is growing — and it’s an exciting time to join us!

As our business continues to expand across local and international markets, we’re welcoming many new team members and creating fresh opportunities across all areas of the company. Joining Vitaco now means being part of a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation with a bright future — where your contribution truly makes a difference and growth is part of the journey.

About Vitaco:

Vitaco is home to leading New Zealand and Australian supplements, health food, and sports nutrition brands, including Nutra-Life, Healtheries, Athena, and Musashi, which have been promoting healthier lives in over 30 countries worldwide for over 100 years.

With double-digit growth year-on-year and ambitious expansion plans across existing and new international markets, Vitaco is scaling rapidly, both in capability and in impact. Our success is powered by more than 650 people across New Zealand and Australia, and by a culture that is genuinely distinctive. For two years in a row - 2025 & 2026, Vitaco was named an HRD 5-Star Employer of Choice, reflecting extraordinary engagement across our workforce and a values-led environment where people thrive.

Ready to Apply?

Applications will be reviewed before the closing date – so don’t wait.

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