Lead our people. Drive our operations. Help shape our future.

At Contemporano, we don't just manufacture cabinetry—we build long-term relationships, create bespoke solutions, and genuinely care about the people we work with.

For more than 25 years we've built a reputation as one of Auckland's leading cabinetry manufacturers through our two complementary brands:

Contemporano – supplying custom cabinetry to cabinet makers, retailers and trade partners.

Interno – creating beautifully designed bespoke kitchens and interior spaces for homeowners & designers.

We're now looking for an experienced Operations Manager to become a key member of our Senior Leadership Team.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys leading people, improving systems and taking ownership of the day-to-day running of a busy manufacturing business.About the RoleReporting directly to the two Directors, you'll take responsibility for the daily operational performance of the business.

You'll work closely with every department—from Sales, CAD and Production through to Installation and Administration—to ensure projects flow smoothly, customers receive an exceptional experience and our team has everything they need to succeed.

More importantly, you'll become the central operational decision maker, allowing the Directors to focus on growing the business while remaining informed of significant issues and strategic decisions.

If you're someone who naturally sees problems before they happen, enjoys improving processes and loves building strong teams, we'd love to hear from you.Your responsibilities will includeLeading the day-to-day operations across both Contemporano and Interno.

Managing production schedules and ensuring projects remain on time and on budget.

Working alongside our Production Managers to maximise efficiency and workflow.

Driving continuous improvement across our manufacturing and operational systems.

Leading and supporting our Health & Safety programme and promoting a positive safety culture.

Collaborating with Sales and CAD to ensure customer expectations are exceeded.

Monitoring operational performance and reporting meaningful insights to the Directors.

Playing an active role within our Senior Leadership Team to help shape the future of the business.About YouYou'll be an experienced operational leader who enjoys both the strategic and practical sides of running a manufacturing business.Ideally you'll havePrevious experience leading manufacturing or production operations.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop people.

Excellent planning and organisational ability.A passion for continuous improvement and finding smarter ways of working.

Strong commercial awareness and confidence managing budgets and job profitability.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.A genuine commitment to workplace health and safety.

Experience within cabinetry, joinery, furniture manufacturing or a similar industry is a must.**Why Join Us?**We're proud of the culture we've created.

Our values of Genuineness, Family, Trustworthiness, Ownership and Creativity aren't words on a wall—they guide how we work every day.We offerA genuine leadership role with real autonomy.A supportive Senior Leadership Team that values your input.

Modern manufacturing facilities and established systems.

The opportunity to influence the future direction of a well-respected business.A stable, family-owned company with an excellent reputation built over more than two decades.A positive, collaborative team environment where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

If this sounds like you...If you're looking for more than "just another Operations Manager role" and want the opportunity to make a real impact within a growing, values-driven business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter telling us why you'd be a great fit for our team.