* Take ownership of a growing production site.
* Career progression built into the role.
About Our Client
An established and expanding food manufacturing business specialising in food and beverage production, operating with a close‐knit and cohesive team culture. This South-West Sydney facility is undergoing significant growth, including investment in a new line, increasing output, and strengthening operational structure, making this an exciting time for a Production Manager to join.
Job Description
Responsibilities of the Production Manager:
* Reporting to the GM, the Production Manager is responsible for leading people, plant, and performance across the site.
* You will drive execution of the master production schedule, uphold strict product quality and food safety standards, partner closely with Maintenance, QA, R&D, and Planning, manage labour resources, and deliver on key KPIs including safety, efficiency, and cost.
* The role is hands‐on, requiring strong troubleshooting capability, effective communication, and continuous improvement focus especially during the commissioning and optimisation of the new production line.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Production Manager must have the following skills:
* Experienced Production Manager or a Senior Supervisor with people leadership experience ready to step up with a background in FMCG or food manufacturing.
* Strong leadership capability, a practical and solutions‐focused approach, and experience in people development, plant troubleshooting, and implementing improvements.
* You thrive in growing environments, can mentor and elevate existing supervisors, and are comfortable working flexibly across the day to support site operations, including during high-activity commissioning phases.
What\'s on Offer
What\'s on offer for the Production Manager:
* Competitive salary package.
* Opportunity to work in a well-established growing organisation in Prestons.
* Supportive and professional work environment.
* Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
* Be a key player in the growth and success of the company.
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