FOOD MANUFACTURING & OPERATIONS SUPPORT

We offer expert guidance on food factory operations, co-packer sourcing, recipe scaling, and Lean manufacturing in NZ.

"Scaling your business shouldn't mean losing your soul. We help you grow your production while keeping your quality and efficiency intact." — Chris Bryant

Navigate Food consultants have extensive experience in food manufacturing consultancy and as operations and project managers in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry. We boast a well-documented history of food factory project management, effectively implementing and overseeing new food manufacturing processes and guaranteeing the successful execution of both operational and technical projects.

You can trust us to make informed decisions and recipe scaling help, whether you operate an existing facility or require assistance in NZ co-packer sourcing. We'll support you throughout the entire process, from initial trials to feasibility analysis and full-scale commercial production. Our troubleshooting and development activities consistently adhere to a scientific and logical approach, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations, as well as maintaining high standards in Food Safety and Quality.

Full Project Management of Scoping, Feasibility, Installation and Commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.

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• Contract Manufacturing / Co-packing scoping and setup

• Continuous Improvement and Troubleshooting

• Process Development and Optimisation (OEE and Lean Manufacturing)

• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) development

Moving from a small kitchen to a full-scale food manufacturing facility is one of the most exciting and terrifying steps in the food journey. At Navigate Food, we specialise in making that transition as smooth as possible. We use our deep roots in the FMCG industry to help you make informed decisions about how to scale up your recipe without losing the flavour or the quality that made it a success in the first place. Whether you are running your own facility or need help finding a reliable co-packer, we are there with you from the first trial to the full-scale commercial production run.

Navigate Food consultants provide a range of food technology services, including full project management for the installation and commissioning of new food manufacturing equipment. Services include ensuring everything from scoping to feasibility is handled with scientific precision. We are also big believers in "Continuous Improvement." We use tools like OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and Lean Manufacturing principles to help you find and fix bottlenecks in your production line.

We also help you develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and food safety plans that make it easy for your staff to maintain high standards every single day. We are your "troubleshooting partners," ready to dive in whenever a technical issue arises. Our goal is to make your manufacturing operations a powerhouse of efficiency that supports your business growth for years to come.

Ready to take the leap into larger-scale food production? Let’s talk about your manufacturing roadmap and find the perfect co-packer for your brand!