Manufacturing Manager

Reporting to the Business Unit Manager, the Manufacturing Manager is accountable for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of production outcomes, while driving continuous improvement across Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost. This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on operational leadership with strategic manufacturing excellence to help drive performance improvements, capability uplift, and process optimisation in a growing business.

Responsibilities

Lead daily manufacturing operations to deliver production targets aligned to customer demand; Drive performance across key metrics including safety, quality, cost, delivery, and waste; Ensure adherence to the production schedule and proactively manage risks and delays; Play a central role in site expansion initiatives and capital projects, including implementation and optimisation; Drive continuous improvement through lean manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives; Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with WHSE standards and legislation; Maintain and improve quality systems aligned to HACCP, FSSC22000 and ISO standards; Partner closely with maintenance teams to maximise equipment reliability and performance; Identify capital investment opportunities and contribute to long-term site strategy; Lead, coach and develop a team, build capability and engagement; Drive strong industrial relations and foster a high-performing, accountable culture

Requirements

Extensive experience in manufacturing (FMCG or similar), with 10+ years in leadership roles; Demonstrated success in leading high-performing teams and driving change; Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement; Experience in capital projects, or major transformation programs; Sound understanding of safety, quality, and regulatory frameworks; Strong commercial acumen and decision-making capability; Engineering or manufacturing-related tertiary qualification; Relevant Tertiary Qualifications - Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering Degree

Nice to have

Experience with SAP or similar systems; Exposure to unionised environments

Benefits

Join a business at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing; Be part of a strong leadership team driving operational excellence; Competitive salary and career growth opportunities