3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from Miller Leith Manager - Manufacturing, Operations, Technical & Engineering at Miller Leith The Company This is a thriving, nationally recognised business within the Australian meat and food processing sector.
With multiple operations across the country, the business prides itself on a strong history of quality, innovation, and continuous investment in people and process.
Based in regional NSW, the company plays a critical role in national production and customer delivery.
The culture is performance-driven yet grounded in values of safety, care, and integrity.The Position Reporting to the Executive General Manager, the General Manager – Production Operationsis responsible for leading all aspects of production at a large-scale processing facility.
This includes oversight of daily operations across processing, value-add, warehousing, and packaging – all while ensuring key metrics around throughput, safety, quality, and compliance are consistently met or exceeded.You'll lead a large, multidisciplinary team including multiple Operations Managers and functional support from QA, Safety, Maintenance, and People & Culture departments.
A major part of your role will also include strategic leadership – identifying areas for optimisation, driving continuous improvement, and building future capability through succession planning and team development.This is a key leadership role within the business and will play a pivotal part in shaping operational excellence and site culture for years to come.Skills & Experience To be successful, you'll bring:At least 10 years of experience in food manufacturing or meat processing, including 5+ years in senior leadership rolesA proven ability to manage large teams and complex operations within high-volume environmentsStrong leadership in safety, compliance (HACCP, GMP, export standards), and quality systemsDemonstrated ability to lead change, build culture, and improve performanceFinancial acumen, with experience managing P&Ls and delivering on budgetsExcellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and people development skillsTertiary qualifications in Business, Engineering, Food Tech or a related field (desirable) Benefits Key leadership role with genuine influenceBe part of a national business with long-term stability and future growthLead one of the largest processing sites of its kind in the countryWork with a collaborative and supportive executive teamCompetitive salary and relocation support availableMake a lasting impact on safety, culture, and performance For leaders ready to take the next step in their manufacturing career, this role offers challenge, scale, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.Please reach out to Darren Dowling on or 0434438816By engaging Miller Leith for recruitment services and/or career support, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Candidate Consent Form.
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