Vow is a food company – a very different one. We create real meat products from animal cells, bringing together cutting edge innovations in science, engineering, culinary and design. We're on a mission to feed billions with food that's good for your taste buds and your planet.
We’re on the search!!!
The Role +
We’re looking for a Production Manager to lead day-to-day operations across Vow’s manufacturing processes. In this role, you’ll be responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality production as we scale from thousands to tens of thousands of kilograms of cultured meat per year.
You’ll be working at the intersection of food manufacturing and biotechnology, overseeing the transformation of biologically-derived inputs into finished products. This includes managing a growing team of technicians and operators, refining and scaling new processes, and building the systems and routines that enable consistent, compliant production.
This is a hands-on leadership role. You’ll be on the floor, solving problems in real time, continuously improving performance, and working closely with teams across Engineering, Quality, and Product Development. If you’re driven by operational excellence, people leadership and love building things that scale this role is for you.
Your Experience +
* ~5+ years’ experience leading production teams in a food manufacturing or adjacent regulated manufacturing environment (e.g. pharmaceuticals, dairy, brewing, cosmetics, fermentation etc)
* Deep understanding of food safety systems and compliance (HACCP, GMP, SQF or equivalent)
* Proven ability to lead and develop frontline teams in a manufacturing setting
* Experience managing new product trials, scaling processes, and building SOPs
* Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in fast-moving, cross-functional environments
* Familiarity with Lean or continuous improvement frameworks
* Excellent communication skills and comfort working across technical and non-technical teams
* Digitally fluent and experienced with ERP systems, production metrics, and documentation tools
* Bonus: Experience with novel or sensitive inputs (e.g. fermentation-based ingredients, cell-cultured materials)
What you'll do +
Lead daily operations and team performance
* Own the daily food production schedule and execution
* Manage, coach, and develop a team of operators and technicians
* Champion a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous learning
Ensure quality, safety, and compliance
* Deliver against food safety standards (HACCP, GMP) and maintain audit readiness
* Oversee production documentation, traceability, and adherence to SOPs
Scale production and improve processes
* Work with NPI team to translate R&D prototypes into scalable, repeatable manufacturing processes
* Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and use data to guide decisions and improve throughput, downtime, and cost per unit
Build manufacturing systems that scale
* Develop and continuously improve SOPs, training tools, and documentation
* Contribute to production planning, resourcing, and cross-functional coordination
* Help lay the groundwork for multi-site operations as Vow’s volumes grow
Success is +
Within 3 months, you will:
* Take ownership of daily production and core team routines
* Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across QA, Engineering, and R&D
* Identify and implement quick wins to improve workflow, safety, or output
Within 6 months, you will:
* Support delivery of a successful production trial and support its transition into scale
* Improve key performance metrics across cost, efficiency, and team performance
* Establish team systems that support consistency and growth
Within 12 months, you will:
* Lead a production function capable of delivering tens of thousands of kilograms annually
* Build a team, systems, and culture ready to support new products, new formats, and new sites
* Help position Vow as a world leader in cell-based food manufacturing through safe, scalable, and high-performance operations
So, why join us?
A diverse, mission-led, dream team of Vowzers
Our mission is to feed billions, which means making food products for everyone. To do this we need a team that’s representative of the people we serve. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view and have built a culture to match. Be yourself and come as you are.
Learn from the best
Our team includes some of the world’s top scientists, innovators, operators, and creatives with decades of industry experience. Despite our experiences, we all strive to build, break, learn, and repeat. We see the impossible as temporary and strive to learn and support our company and fellow Vowzers' growth as much as possible.
Cutting-edge technology
We’re bringing together innovations in science, engineering, and food, to create the world’s most unique culinary experiences. All without compromising on ethics or our planet. Since our inception in 2019, we have held the title of being the first startup to cultivate meat from the cells of an undomesticated animal. We're wild because we can be.
Backed by the best
We can make a real impact thanks to our investors Blackbird Ventures, Square Peg Capital, Grok Ventures, Tenacious Ventures, P7 Ventures, Toyota Ventures and PeakBridge VC.
Perks &
Perks
Everyone is an owner
In addition to competitive base salaries, each and every ‘Vowzer’ owns equity in the company so we can all benefit from our hard work and future success.
Paid parental leave
For those who choose to start a family, we offer 8 weeks of paid caregiver leave and an additional 8 weeks paid leave for the birth giver.
Relocation budget & support
We offer support for interstate or overseas team members, their families and, of course, their pets.
Unlimited personal leave
We understand life is hard sometimes. Emergencies happen, kids get sick, medical complications make it hard to be our best selves. Whatever the case, when faced with truly difficult situations, we don't want you to worry about work. Which is why Vow has an unlimited personal leave policy. We'll keep the lights on while you take care of yourself.
Flexible working hours and location
We value work-life balance and we recognise that everyone works differently. We want you to do your best work, so you can choose how and where you do it.
Converted warehouse 'campus'
Complete with a glass-walled lab, manufacturing lines, snacks, a culinary centre and professional-grade coffee machine.
Heaps of tasty samples from our culinary centre
Our fantastic "food inventors" on the Vow team are always cooking up new product prototypes, and all Vowzers are given the opportunity to taste, give feedback, and learn from their culinary prowess.
Human and dog friendly office
An inclusive community and culture, in a welcoming office, we encourage you to bring your true self…and your dogs.
A variety of social clubs
It's Vowzers who make our culture. From book clubs to hiking groups, we’re always looking for ways to learn and engage with each other.
Everyone is an owner
In addition to competitive base salaries, each and every ‘Vowzer’ owns equity in the company so we can all benefit from our hard work and future success.
Generous paid parental leave
For those who choose to start a family, we offer 8 weeks of paid caregiver leave and an additional 8 weeks paid leave for the birth giver.
Generous relocation budget & support
We offer support for interstate or overseas team members, their families and, of course, their pets.
Flexible working hours and location
We value work-life balance and we recognise that everyone works differently. We want you to do your best work, so you can choose how and where you do it.
Unlimited personal leave
Sometimes you need time off to recuperate, look after your mental health, or simply deal with an emergency. We put unlimited personal leave in place to empower you to bring your best self to work every day.
Heaps of tasty samples from our culinary centre
Our fantastic "food inventors" on the Vow team are always cooking up new product prototypes, and all Vowzers are given the opportunity to taste, give feedback, and learn from their culinary prowess.
Converted warehouse 'campus'
Complete with a glass-walled lab, manufacturing lines, snacks, a culinary centre and professional-grade coffee machine.
A variety of social clubs
It's Vowzers who make our culture. From book clubs to hiking groups, we’re always looking for ways to learn and engage with each other.
Human and dog friendly office
An inclusive community and culture, in a welcoming office, we encourage you to bring your true self…and your dogs.