Lean Coach Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Continuous Improvement Lead

This is a Full time job

$110,000 – $120,000 per year

• Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a genuine impact
• Supportive family-owned culture with long-term focus and stability

• Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a genuine impact
• Supportive family-owned culture with long-term focus and stability

If you are someone who enjoys improving systems, engaging people, and delivering meaningful operational change, we would love to hear from you.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Head of Manufacturing

at New Zealand Panels Group

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Lead operational improvement and transformation
Work alongside an ambitious senior leadership group
Balance strategic thinking with operational execution

Lead operational improvement and transformation
Work alongside an ambitious senior leadership group
Balance strategic thinking with operational execution

Shape the future manufacturing capability of our business

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Listed nine days ago

Continuous Improvement Lead

at Galantai Plastics

This is a Full time job

Glendene, Auckland

$110,000 – $120,000 per year

• Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a genuine impact
• Supportive family-owned culture with long-term focus and stability

• Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a genuine impact
• Supportive family-owned culture with long-term focus and stability

If you are someone who enjoys improving systems, engaging people, and delivering meaningful operational change, we would love to hear from you.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

9d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Strategy Coach

at Profitable Tradie

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$120,000 - $160,000

High standards and real accountability. Challenge, don’t just agree
Coach business owners to drive profit, performance, and change
Work that impacts businesses, families, and the life they’re building

High standards and real accountability. Challenge, don’t just agree
Coach business owners to drive profit, performance, and change
Work that impacts businesses, families, and the life they’re building

If you’ve outgrown your environment and want a bigger game, sharper people, and real impact, this is where you step up.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

17d ago

Listed two days ago

Head of Manufacturing

at New Zealand Panels Group

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Lead operational improvement and transformation
Work alongside an ambitious senior leadership group
Balance strategic thinking with operational execution

Lead operational improvement and transformation
Work alongside an ambitious senior leadership group
Balance strategic thinking with operational execution

Shape the future manufacturing capability of our business

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Manufacturing Lead

at ETEL Ltd

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

Own end-to-end production performance
Lead teams and drive continuous improvement
Convenient Avondale location with on-site parking

Own end-to-end production performance
Lead teams and drive continuous improvement
Convenient Avondale location with on-site parking

You are a confident and practical leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

AI Transformation Leader

at Private Advertiser

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu(Remote)

Lead organisation-wide AI transformation in a growing EdTech business
Shape how teams work through AI-enabled processes and capability uplift
Work cross-functionally across development, ops, customer teams & leadership

Lead organisation-wide AI transformation in a growing EdTech business
Shape how teams work through AI-enabled processes and capability uplift
Work cross-functionally across development, ops, customer teams & leadership

Drive AI transformation in a growing EdTech business, leading practical AI adoption through faster workflows and new ways of working.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

17d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Continuous Improvement & Integrated Management System Lead

at Resero NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

A CI Lead who enjoys being close to the plant & seeing results. You'll partner with ops to deliver meaningful cost-out across the value chain.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

20d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Business Improvement Specialist, Service Delivery

at Enable New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Lead initiatives that transform service delivery and performance
Drive measurable gains across cost, quality and productivity
Partner with leaders and teams to deliver impactful, sustainable improvements

Lead initiatives that transform service delivery and performance
Drive measurable gains across cost, quality and productivity
Partner with leaders and teams to deliver impactful, sustainable improvements

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Business Improvement Specialist, Service Delivery to lead continuous improvement initiatives...

subClassification: Management & SupportManagement & Support

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

13d ago

Listed ten days ago

Production Manager / Ready to Run the Floor Like It’s Your Own ....

at Heat Treatments

This is a Full time job

Mount Roskill, Auckland

This is not just another production role — it’s an opportunity to step into a position where you can genuinely influence how the operation runs.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Operations & Delivery Manager

at Electrical & Automation Solutions Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$130,000 – $170,000 per year

Seat at the leadership table taking the business to the next level
Monthly BBQs, social events, and proper team days
A team of A-players who genuinely care about doing great work

Seat at the leadership table taking the business to the next level
Monthly BBQs, social events, and proper team days
A team of A-players who genuinely care about doing great work

Help build one of Waikato’s most ambitious industrial teams. Join a team of good humans doing quality work and backing each other to win.

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Manufacturing Supervisor

at Talent Connection NZ Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Salary + Kiwisaver

Rotating 12-hour shifts with built-in lifestyle flexibility
Secure, long-term role with an established NZ/AUS manufacturer
Coach, lead and grow a supportive production team

Rotating 12-hour shifts with built-in lifestyle flexibility
Secure, long-term role with an established NZ/AUS manufacturer
Coach, lead and grow a supportive production team

Lead a high-performing manufacturing team at Stratex — a trusted NZ packaging manufacturer supplying well-known FMCG brands.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Production Leader - Day Shift

at ABE'S Bagels Limited

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

St Johns, Auckland

Lead a fast-paced day shift team, owning production performance, developing people, and driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

15d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Production Manager

at Alexander James Limited

This is a Full time job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

A senior operational leadership position
A fast-paced manufacturing environment with genuine scale
The ability to influence plant performance and culture

A senior operational leadership position
A fast-paced manufacturing environment with genuine scale
The ability to influence plant performance and culture

An established New Zealand food manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead operations.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

14d ago

Listed eight days ago

DC Operations Manager

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Excellent remuneration on offer for the right cand

Lead DC performance, driving DIFOT and commercial outcomes
Build and develop high-performing teams and future leaders
Deliver results in 3PL, FMCG, or complex logistics environments

Lead DC performance, driving DIFOT and commercial outcomes
Build and develop high-performing teams and future leaders
Deliver results in 3PL, FMCG, or complex logistics environments

Lead a high-performing DC operation within a business known for strong service, innovation, and investing in its people. As part of the Senior Leaders

Recruited byJason Boot

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Simplify (Continuous Improvements) Manager - New Plymouth

at Tegel

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Competitive salary + Medical and life insurance benefits + Kiwisaver 4%
Staff discounts on Tegel products + Leadership opportunity
Established, stable territory with strong brand recognition

Competitive salary + Medical and life insurance benefits + Kiwisaver 4%
Staff discounts on Tegel products + Leadership opportunity
Established, stable territory with strong brand recognition

We’re looking for a driven and collaborative SIMPLIFY! Manager (Continuous Improvements) to join our Regional Ops NI team and lead the next phase of o

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

15d ago

Listed four days ago

Manager of Service Transformation

at Spectrum Foundation

This is a Full time job

Greenlane, Auckland

Hybrid role + Company car

Company car
Flexible working
Make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders living with disabilities

Company car
Flexible working
Make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders living with disabilities

Lead transformation. Enable change. Strengthen future service delivery

subClassification: Aged & Disability SupportAged & Disability Support

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

Head of Service Operations

at Hunter Campbell Limited

This is a Full time job

Tauriko, Bay of Plenty

Beautiful offices in Tauriko

Culture built on hard work, good humour & people who take pride in what they do
Lead a strong, established team nationally
Great salary + company car

Culture built on hard work, good humour & people who take pride in what they do
Lead a strong, established team nationally
Great salary + company car

Join a family owned Kiwi business that is on an exciting growth trajectory

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

People and Operations Manager

at Car Expert NZ 2025 Limited

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Be part of a fast-growing, entrepreneurial team reshaping the new car market
Plays a key role in building a positive, high-performance culture.
Hybrid working environment

Be part of a fast-growing, entrepreneurial team reshaping the new car market
Plays a key role in building a positive, high-performance culture.
Hybrid working environment

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented powerhouse to join our dynamic and energetic team helping shape how CarExpert shows up in New Zealand.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

15d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Manufacturing Manager

at Victor Hydraulics Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hornby South, Canterbury

Play a key role in our growth
Make a real impact
Strong, practical team culture

Play a key role in our growth
Make a real impact
Strong, practical team culture

Lead and optimise our manufacturing operation, shaping strategy, improving performance, and building a high-performing team

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

21h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Operations Manager

at Smartways Logistics NZ Limited

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Lead the team keeping healthcare moving. This role is for someone who owns outcomes, drives hard, and leaves things better than they found them.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

19h ago

Listed two days ago

Production Supervisor

at Recruitnet Consulting Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hautapu, Waikato

Afternoon Shift : Monday - Friday : 2pm - 10pm : 42hr week
Seeking hands-on leader with strong coaching style
$85,000 - $105,000 salary band based on experience

Afternoon Shift : Monday - Friday : 2pm - 10pm : 42hr week
Seeking hands-on leader with strong coaching style
$85,000 - $105,000 salary band based on experience

Hands-on Production Supervisor role. Lead people, lift performance, and make a real impact on the shop floor.

Recruited byBrigitta Warren

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Continuous Improvement Lead

at Watties

This is a Full time job

Tomoana, Hawkes Bay

Competitive Salary + KiwiSaver + Bonus!

Opportunity to grow your Continuous Improvement & Manufacturing career!
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Location: Tomoana, New Zealand

Opportunity to grow your Continuous Improvement & Manufacturing career!
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Location: Tomoana, New Zealand

We are looking for a new Continuous Improvement Lead to join the Tomoana, New Zealand team at Watties!

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Team Leader - Afternoon Shift

at Walter & Wild

This is a Full time job

Mangere Bridge, Auckland

Monday-Friday, 2pm-10.30pm
Make a visible impact on safety, engagement, quality and performance.
We have big ambitions to grow and a close-knit team culture.

Monday-Friday, 2pm-10.30pm
Make a visible impact on safety, engagement, quality and performance.
We have big ambitions to grow and a close-knit team culture.

Lead an afternoon shift team 2pm-10.30pm in a fast-paced food manufacturing, driving safety, quality and performance. Stable, growing company!

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Operations Manager

at Hunter Filling Systems Ltd

This is a Full time job

Te Rapa, Waikato

Experienced Operations Manager to lead manufacturing, production, staff, purchasing and operational efficiency in Hamilton.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed four days ago

National Manager Service Delivery

at Spectrum Foundation

This is a Full time job

Greenlane, Auckland

Hybrid role + Company car

Company car
Flexible working
Competitive remuneration + flexible working

Company car
Flexible working
Competitive remuneration + flexible working

Lead, Drive performance and Deliver service excellence in a newly created role!

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

4d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Operations Manager - Parcels & Action Bay

at Team Global Express

This is a Full time job

Favona, Auckland

Lead a critical operations area across Parcels and Action Bay
Drive performance, safety and workflow execution in a fast-paced environment
Free Parking and Great Staff Benefits

Lead a critical operations area across Parcels and Action Bay
Drive performance, safety and workflow execution in a fast-paced environment
Free Parking and Great Staff Benefits

Own end-to-end Parcels and Action Bay performance, leading teams and delivering safe, efficient, high-volume operations.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

14d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Customer Service Consultant – Strategy / Transformation

at VEC LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Well-scoped project with genuine executive support and clear deliverables
Your recommendations will be acted on - this is not a shelf report
Real impact opportunity working with a purpose-led business

Well-scoped project with genuine executive support and clear deliverables
Your recommendations will be acted on - this is not a shelf report
Real impact opportunity working with a purpose-led business

We are seeking an experienced CS consultant to assess our B2C and B2B operations, unlock Gorgias automation and AI capabilities, and more!

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

13d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Manager - Organisational Quality, Assurance & Improvement

at Bishop – Values Led HR & Search Partner

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Lead improvement complementing compliance
Influence at Executive level
Work where outcomes genuinely matter

Lead improvement complementing compliance
Influence at Executive level
Work where outcomes genuinely matter

Executive leadership role driving organisational quality, risk, privacy and continuous improvement in a values-led disability sector organisation.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

22d ago

Listed one day ago

Shift Manager

at PeopleEX

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Join McCain and lead where global scale meets local pride.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Production Manager

at Alchemy Consulting

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Monthly

Great role for an experienced Production manager seeking a fast growing business environment

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Service Manager (Corporate & Specialty)

at Aon New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Senior Leader Role, leading teams and processes
Newly created role where you would be able to make a difference

Senior Leader Role, leading teams and processes
Newly created role where you would be able to make a difference

Foster a high‑performance, inclusive and engaged culture where people feel supported, challenged and set up for success.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Insurance & Superannuation(Insurance & Superannuation)

22d ago

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