The Opportunity
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Manager will lead the site production team at our Somerton rPET facility. This is a hands‐on leadership role responsible for driving performance across safety, people, quality, cost and productivity. You'll lead a team of 3 Shift Supervisors and 1 Logistics Supervisor across a 24/5 operation, ensuring efficient processing of product to meet customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead production to deliver safety, quality, cost and output targets
* Translate business goals into clear team and line targets
* Drive safe work practices, compliance and risk management
* Manage production budgets and cost performance
* Coach and develop teams to lift capability and engagement
* Drive continuous improvement and RCA‐led problem solving
* Maintain SOPs, 5S, visual management and reporting standards
* Partner with Logistics to ensure smooth material flow and delivery
What You'll Bring
* Extensive experience in production leadership within manufacturing
* Strong background leading teams in fast‐paced, high‐volume environments
* Proven experience driving safety, quality and operational performance
* Strong coaching and people development capability
* Experience in continuous improvement, lean and problem solving (RCA)
* Commercial awareness with experience managing cost and budgets
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
What You'll Love When You Join Us
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Discounted health insurance and exclusive banking offers
* Purchased annual leave
* 12 weeks paid parental leave and keep‐in‐touch days
* Discounts on health and wellbeing products
* Novated lease and salary sacrifice options
About Visy
Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Please note only applicants with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered.
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