Processed Cheese Supervisor

Headhunters
Full-time Queenstown, Otago Project & Process Management
Posted:
March 02, 2026
Location:
Queenstown, Otago, New-Zealand

Job Description

Our client in the Dairy industry is seeking to employ an experienced Processed Cheese Supervisor to their team based in Queenstown.

Requirements

  • Grade 12 / Matric
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in processed cheese manufacturing, including supervisory experience
  • Extensive technical experience in slice-on-slice cheese production (non-negotiable)
  • Relevant qualification in Food Technology, Dairy Processing, or equivalent (NQF 4 minimum; NQF 5+ and further dairy certifications advantageous)
  • In‑depth understanding of FSSC 22000 V6 , including implementation and audit readiness
  • Strong knowledge of high‑care manufacturing environments and HACCP principles
  • Proven experience in managing production KPIs (yield, waste, quality, efficiency)

Operational Leadership

  • Manage all production activities within the slice‑on‑slice department
  • Plan, schedule, and monit...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Queenstown, New-Zealand
Posted: March 02, 2026
Deadline: April 11, 2026