Produce Team Lead

• Are you passionate about working in a dynamic environment?
• Do you enjoy working with your hands and thrive in a fast-paced setting?

At Service Foods, we're looking for an experienced Team Lead to oversee the day-to-day operations of our Produce Department in Auckland. 

If you have a deep understanding of fresh produce handling, quality control, and are committed to driving a collaborative, high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you!

The opportunity:

This hands-on role will give you the chance to play a pivotal part in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our Produce facility. You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring exceptional customer experiences while maintaining high standards of freshness, quality, and food safety.

The job:

• Location: Ihumatao Road, Mangere, Auckland
• Start: Immediate
• Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Hours: 6 days/week, Sundays off, with early hours starting each day.

The role:

You will play a key part in ensuring our department runs while smoothly fostering a positive and productive work environment. Some of the key responsibilities are:

• Assist in managing daily team operations.
• Ensure the highest standards of freshness, quality, and food safety in the department.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and productive work environment.
• Oversee dispatch functions and ensure smooth workflow.
• Work closely with the Operations Manager on roster management, task allocation, and resource planning.
• Monitor and inspect product quality before packaging.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe work area.
• Keep accurate inventory records and ensure appropriate storage practices.
• Train and develop the Produce team to support their growth and skills development.

The ideal candidate:

We’re looking for someone with strong work ethics, experience in a leadership role, and a deep understanding of produce handling, quality control, and dispatch processes. If you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and are passionate about fresh produce, this could be the perfect role for you!

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a leadership role in Fresh Produce or Warehouse environment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
• Ability to work in a cold environment and lift heavy items as required.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations and procedures.
• Valid Forklift License required; Class 2 Driver's License ideal.
• A commitment to health and safety and food safety standards.
• Technologically capable and able to adapt to new tools and systems.
• Ability to achieve operational efficiency and handle multiple tasks.

Why Join Us?

At Service Foods, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

If you are a hardworking and committed individual who is passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply online for this exciting opportunity.

Eligibility: Applicants must have NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone, text, or email.

Pre-employment Checks: To ensure a safe and compliant work environment, successful candidates will be required to complete satisfactory pre-employment checks. These will include satisfactory employment references, government agency verifications (Ministry of Justice and ACC) as well as alcohol and drug testing conducted by an accredited provider for workplace