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Shane Quaintmere
Operation Manager
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Manufacturing and operations leader with broad experience across food production, FMCG, and industrial environments. Led large site teams, improved safety and compliance, and delivered waste reduction, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthened performance, capability, and day-to-day operations.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Mulcahy Engineering
07.2026 - 07.2026
- Supported and delivered the company's collection and redistribution of engineered products.
- Assisted with logistics
- Fabrication and engineering are just part of what we deliver.
- Operated commercial truck for freight pickup and delivery across assigned routes.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
Performance Analyst
Ritchie's Bus Company
10.2023 - 2026
- Utilized performance data to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
- Identified trends and performance gaps to create targeted coaching opportunities.
- Supported operational leaders in implementing workforce performance improvement initiatives.
- Analyzed driver performance to enhance alignment with operational KPIs and compliance standards.
- Auckland Transport / Ritchie's Bus Company 5-Month Contract
- Maintained accurate dashboards for Ritchie's Transport management review.
Food Recovery Operations and Distribution
Kiwi Harvest Food Rescue
11.2025 - 11.2025
- Supported the collection and redistribution of surplus food.
- Assisted with logistics and safe food handling activities.
- Contributed to community-based food rescue initiatives.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Manufacturing & HSEQ Consultant
Gurit
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted manufacturing operations within a composite production environment.
- Partnered with the health & safety coordinator on risk assessment and compliance tasks.
- Created SOP templates and documentation systems.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Trained employees on standardized documentation procedures.
- Assisted with their 5S rollout
Operations Improvement & SOP Development
Green By Nature
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed and maintained standard operating procedures to support consistent daily operations.
- Improved procedural consistency and operational performance through updated workflow practices.
- Reviewed processes and completed operational assessments to spot improvement opportunities.
- Supported workplace risk assessments and safety activities to help create safer work conditions.
- Auckland Council | 6-month contract.
- Resolved issues promptly using strong problem-solving skills and practical judgment.
Site Manager
Champion Flour Mill
11.2021 - 09.2023
- Led New Zealand's largest flour milling operation with responsibility for production, engineering, maintenance, quality, food safety, compliance, workforce leadership and overall site performance.
- Led a workforce of 60 employees including six direct reports.
- Reduced site waste by more than $700,000 through operational improvements.
- Reduced ongoing waste levels to less than $5,000 through quality and process enhancements.
- Improved employee engagement from 6% to 49%.
- Successfully implemented 5S and Kaizen methodologies across the facility.
- Managed site budgets, capital projects and operational performance.
- Led food safety audits and compliance activities.
- Built a culture focused on accountability, communication and continuous improvement.
Owner / Manager
Tactical Cleaning Services
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Established and operated a successful commercial and residential cleaning and maintenance business across Auckland.
- Built and managed a profitable business during the COVID period.
- Secured domestic, commercial and education sector contracts.
- Delivered large-scale pressure cleaning projects for Auckland schools.
- Managed staffing, scheduling, budgeting and customer relationships.
- Developed a strong reputation for service quality and reliability.
Operations Manager
Dad's Pies
04.2017 - 05.2020
- Responsible for manufacturing, engineering, quality and supply chain performance within a high-volume FMCG manufacturing environment.
- Led a major automation project converting a manual production line into a fully automated operation.
- Delivered a fully automated tray line installation on time and within budget.
- Reduced waste from 12% to 3%.
- Generated $550,000 in labour and material savings.
- Improved safety performance through a Zero Incident Culture initiative.
- Increased operational efficiency and site profitability.
Operations Manager
Juralco Aluminum Products
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Led the design and redevelopment of a major manufacturing facility.
- Reconfigured production flow, improving efficiency and throughput.
- Reduced manual handling and enhanced workplace safety.
- Managed a workforce of 30 employees.
- Ensured environmental and regulatory compliance requirements were achieved.
Operations Manager
Mix Limited (Essano Ltd)
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Led the design, relocation and commissioning of a manufacturing facility.
- Delivered relocation on time and within budget without disruption to production.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen and one-piece flow principles.
- Improved operational capability, safety and efficiency.
Plant Manager
EasiYo Yogurt
03.2011 - 12.2013
- Led manufacturing, quality, safety and operational performance.
- Established KPI frameworks and reporting systems.
- Managed cost reduction and productivity initiatives.
- Oversaw export operations and compliance activities.
- Partnered with leadership teams across Operations, HR, Sales, Marketing and Supply Chain.
Production Manager
Goodman Fielder Irvines
04.2009 - 03.2011
- Managed manufacturing operations and production performance.
- Improved equipment utilization and operational efficiency.
- Led process improvement and audit activities.
- Managed production planning and inventory control.
Plant Manager
Goodman Fielder East Tamaki
03.2008 - 04.2009
- Improved OEE and reduced manufacturing losses.
- Implemented TPM, SMED and 5S methodologies.
- Maintained food safety, quality and compliance standards.
- Led operational improvement initiatives across the site.
Production Manager
National Brands (Bakers Biscuits)
01.1996 - 12.2007
- Managed manufacturing teams of up to 500 employees.
- Led production planning and workforce management.
- Managed union negotiations and industrial relations.
- Implemented continuous improvement programs.
- Improved operational efficiency, product quality and productivity.
- Delivered successful 5S implementation initiatives.
Manufacturing Operator
Mac Plas Engineering
- Operated router table equipment within a manufacturing environment.
- Processed and finished marine plastic components.
- Maintained quality, safety and production standards.
Education
Diploma in Production Management -
Production Management Institute of South Africa
Links FieldSkills
- Operations leadership
- Site and plant management
- Manufacturing and food production
- Continuous improvement and lean practices
- Six Sigma methodologies
- Supply chain management
- Operational excellence strategies
- Health and safety compliance
- Quality assurance systems
- Capital project oversight
- Facility relocation planning
- Budgeting and financial management
- Employee engagement initiatives
- Change management processes
- Cultural transformation strategies
- Industrial relations expertise
- Performance management techniques
- Culture Transformation
- Industrial Relations
- Performance Management
- Lean manufacturing
- Problem-solving capacity
Accreditations
- HACCP
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
- Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Lean Manufacturing
- Kaizen
- 5S
- TPM
- SMED
Professional Highlights
- More than 30 years of leadership experience across manufacturing, FMCG, food production and supply chain operations.
- Managed teams ranging from 30 to more than 500 employees within complex operational environments.
- Reduced waste by over $700,000 at Champion Flour Mill through process improvement and quality initiatives.
- Further reduced site waste levels to less than $5,000 through operational optimization and continuous improvement.
- Improved employee engagement from 6% to 49%, significantly strengthening culture, morale and performance.
- Generated $550,000 in labour and material savings at Dad's Pies.
- Reduced manufacturing waste from 12% to 3% through process redesign and operational improvement initiatives.
- Led multiple factory relocations, facility redesigns and major capital projects.
- Delivered large-scale automation projects, transforming manual operations into efficient automated production environments.
- Extensive experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, TPM and SMED methodologies.
- Strong background in food safety, HACCP, GMP, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 environments.
- Successfully managed unionized workforces and large multi-disciplinary teams.
Community Leadership
- Chairperson, Browns Bay Marine Centre, Browns Bay, Led governance and operational improvement initiatives over a five-year period.
- Vice Commodore, Browns Bay Fishing Club, Browns Bay, Provided leadership for community engagement, environmental initiatives and club operations over 12 years.
- Committee Member, Coast Guard, Contributed to maritime safety, community education and emergency response activities.
Personal Information
Title: Senior Operations Manager
Awards
- Supply Chain Director's Award – Going the Extra Mile, 2007
- Manager of the Year, 2005
Timeline
Truck Driver
Mulcahy Engineering
07.2026 - 07.2026
Food Recovery Operations and Distribution
Kiwi Harvest Food Rescue
11.2025 - 11.2025
Manufacturing & HSEQ Consultant
Gurit
07.2025 - 09.2025
Operations Improvement & SOP Development
Green By Nature
01.2024 - 06.2024
Performance Analyst
Ritchie's Bus Company
10.2023 - 2026
Site Manager
Champion Flour Mill
11.2021 - 09.2023
Owner / Manager
Tactical Cleaning Services
05.2020 - 08.2021
Operations Manager
Dad's Pies
04.2017 - 05.2020
Operations Manager
Juralco Aluminum Products
01.2015 - 04.2017
Operations Manager
Mix Limited (Essano Ltd)
01.2014 - 01.2015
Plant Manager
EasiYo Yogurt
03.2011 - 12.2013
Production Manager
Goodman Fielder Irvines
04.2009 - 03.2011
Plant Manager
Goodman Fielder East Tamaki
03.2008 - 04.2009
Production Manager
National Brands (Bakers Biscuits)
01.1996 - 12.2007
Manufacturing Operator
Mac Plas Engineering
Diploma in Production Management -
Production Management Institute of South Africa