Job Title
Operations Technology (OT) Manager
Location
New Zealand - Pokeno
Date Published
Friday, February 27, 2026
Ref #
373
Work Type
Permanent
Lead OT systems and automation projects, drive production uptime, OEE improvements, and digital transformation across manufacturing operations.
Our Story:
We’re excited to share that our business has recently joined the a2 Milk Company family. Formerly known as Yashili Dairy NZ Ltd, we are now operating as a2 Nutritionals NZ Limited, based in Pokeno.
The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet.
The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy.
About the role:
Reporting to the Head of Operations and based at Pokeno, you will be responsible for leading and managing the execution of projects from a supply chain and operations perspective. Projects will include new product creation and development (NPD), supply chain network optimisation, manufacturing capability uplift, cost improvement initiatives and broader a2MC strategic programmes.
You will work cross-functionally with Operations, Planning, Procurement, Quality, R&D and Commercial teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with quality and compliance requirements.
More specifically, you will be involved in:
About you:
At The a2 Milk Company our purpose is to pioneer the future of dairy for good.
Conventional cows’ milk contains two main types of beta casein protein, A2 protein and A1 protein – our branded milk is different from conventional cows’ milk because it comes from cows selected to naturally produce only the A2 protein type and no A1. Our branded milk is naturally occurring and not a product of genetic engineering or technological processes.
Many consumers and healthcare professionals report that certain people who experience challenges drinking conventional cows’ milk may experience benefits when they switch to a2 Milk®.
The a2 Milk Company has products and trading activities in Australia, New Zealand, Greater China, North America, and a selection of emerging markets.
Please note: Investors interested in the press we're getting can have a look about what the media have to say about us. Note these views represent the views of third parties and The a2 Milk Company takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information reported.
