Open To Work
Micheal Mackay
Port Waikato,AUK
Summary
Process Specialist with expertise in process improvement and cross-functional collaboration. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring compliance through innovative methodologies. Extensive experience in new product development and quality control, with a strong focus on training management and team building. Consistently delivers functional solutions that drive cost savings and elevate customer satisfaction.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Specialist
Fresh Dynamics
Penrose
11.2025 - Current
- Resolved complex issues in process development using innovative methodologies.
- Documented operational procedures and workflows to enhance efficiency.
- Assisted in training personnel on new processes to ensure smooth adoption.
- Provided technical support across departments to promote collaboration.
Process and Product Development
Pacific Flavours
St Johns
05.2016 - 11.2021
- Executed daily tasks with precision and efficiency.
- Generated innovative ideas to improve team performance and outcomes.
- Identified customer needs swiftly to ensure satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet objectives.
- Supported colleagues, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Developed functional solutions that resulted in significant cost savings.
New Product Development Manager
Independent Liquor Asahi Beverages NZ
Papakura
03.2002 - 02.2016
- Led cross-functional teams to create innovative beverage products from concept to market introduction.
- Managed product lifecycle, ensuring compliance with industry regulations throughout development processes.
- Coordinated with suppliers for sourcing ingredients and packaging materials to optimize production efficiency.
- Oversaw quality control during pre-production stages, maintaining accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed pricing models that maximized profitability while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Reviewed technical specifications of prototypes for accuracy, facilitating validation through user testing activities.
- Presented project updates at weekly executive meetings, identifying potential risks associated with market launches.
- Established timelines for each phase of product development, supervising departmental personnel to address performance issues.
Senior Process Operator
Kiwi Dairy Northland Dairy
Dargaville, Northland NZ
04.1993 - 12.2001
- Operated processing equipment, ensuring efficient production of dairy products.
- Monitored product quality to uphold safety and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and minimize downtime.
- Managed pre-commissioning and commissioning activities to ensure operational readiness.
- Conducted training sessions for new personnel on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Developed accurate records of process parameters, production data, and operating logs.
Education
NZ Trade Cert in Farmimg - Dairy Farmimg Manufacture
Northland Polytechinc
Whangarei, NZ11-1992
High School Diploma -
Tikipunga High School
Whangarei, NZ11-1990
Skills
- Process improvement and documentation
- Technical support
- Quality control and compliance
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Innovative thinking
- Effective communication
- Team building and mentoring
- Problem solving
- Training management
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Risk assessment
- Product lifecycle management
- New product development
- Production development
- Validation protocols
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkPart TimeSalary Range
$100000/yr - $130000/yrTimeline
Process Specialist
Fresh Dynamics
11.2025 - Current
Process and Product Development
Pacific Flavours
05.2016 - 11.2021
New Product Development Manager
Independent Liquor Asahi Beverages NZ
03.2002 - 02.2016
Senior Process Operator
Kiwi Dairy Northland Dairy
04.1993 - 12.2001
NZ Trade Cert in Farmimg - Dairy Farmimg Manufacture
Northland Polytechinc
High School Diploma -
Tikipunga High School