For almost 30 years, Studform has designed, manufactured and supplied premium aluminium ceiling systems, partitioning systems, architectural doors and customised building solutions for commercial construction projects.

Proudly South Australian owned and operated, the business has built an outstanding reputation for quality, innovation and customer service, with its products featured in landmark projects including the Royal Adelaide Hospital, Sky City & Mayfair Hotel, and numerous education, defence and commercial developments throughout Australia.

Operating from its prominent Hindmarsh manufacturing facility, Studform combines local manufacturing expertise with a commitment to continuous improvement, investing in its people, technology and production capability to support its long-term growth.

About the Role

Reporting to the Managing Director, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of production, ensuring customer commitments are delivered safely, efficiently and to the high standards Studform is known for.

Working closely with Sales, Logistics and the leadership team, you'll coordinate production activities, manage priorities and identify opportunities to improve operational performance through better planning, systems and technology.

You'll also oversee production planning, reporting and administration, ensuring the business remains organised, responsive and consistently ahead of schedule.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the day-to-day production operation and manufacturing team.
- Coordinate production schedules to meet customer commitments.
- Drive productivity, quality, safety and operational performance.
- Provide hands-on leadership and support the production team when required.
- Maintain accurate production planning, reporting and administration.




- Work collaboratively with Sales and Logistics to balance customer priorities and production requirements.
- Identify and implement process improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
- Support the ongoing adoption of technology, automation and AI where it delivers practical business advantages.
- Coach, mentor and develop production employees.

About You

You'll be a practical manufacturing leader who enjoys developing people, solving problems and creating an efficient production environment.

You'll also demonstrate:

- A hands-on leadership style with a willingness to work alongside the production team when required.
- Strong organisational skills together with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- The ability to remain calm under pressure whilst balancing competing priorities.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Strong accountability and the ability to earn respect through actions rather than position.

Trade qualifications, mechanical aptitude, experience within construction-related manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing or 5S exposure, together with strong Microsoft Office and Excel capability will be highly regarded.

Why Join Studform?

This is a genuine succession opportunity within a successful South Australian manufacturer, where you'll be given the time and support to transition into the role before taking full responsibility.

You'll inherit an established operation, work alongside an experienced leadership team and have genuine influence over future improvements to systems, processes and operational performance.

Most importantly, you'll join a business that values humility, accountability and teamwork over hierarchy. If you're looking for autonomy, stability and the opportunity to make a lasting contribution within a respected local manufacturer, this role deserves serious consideration.

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