Production Foreman – Manufacturing
Canning Vale, Perth WA
Full time, permanent position
$85,000–$100,000 total package, including super
Lead from the front in an established manufacturing operation
An established Australian manufacturer supplying specialised products to the commercial, industrial and construction sectors is seeking a hands-on Production Foreman for its Canning Vale manufacturing facility.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production leader, factory supervisor or leading hand who enjoys being involved on the floor, supporting employees and ensuring production is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Reporting to the site's senior management team, you will coordinate daily manufacturing activities, allocate labour and help maintain a productive and positive workplace.
About the role
Your responsibilities will include:
Supervising and coordinating day-to-day factory and production activities
Leading, supporting and providing direction to production employees
Allocating labour and equipment according to the daily production schedule
Monitoring workflow, productivity and completion of customer orders
Ensuring products are manufactured to the required quality specifications
Promoting safe work practices and ensuring workplace procedures are followed
Conducting pre-start meetings, toolbox talks and daily production briefings
Identifying production delays, equipment issues and process improvements
Coordinating with production planning, maintenance, dispatch and management
Training and developing employees across production processes
Maintaining accurate production, safety and quality records
Assisting with incident investigations and corrective actions where required
Supporting a culture of accountability,



teamwork and continuous improvement
About you
To be successful, you will ideally have:
Previous experience as a Production Foreman, Production Supervisor, Factory Supervisor or Leading Hand
Experience supervising employees within a manufacturing, fabrication, steel, building-products or similar industrial environment
A practical, hands-on leadership style
Strong communication and people-management skills
The ability to organise labour and meet daily production requirements
A good understanding of workplace safety and quality requirements
The confidence to address performance, attendance and workplace issues appropriately
Positive problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
Basic computer skills and the ability to complete production records and reports
A current forklift licence or relevant trade background would be advantageous
Candidates with strong manufacturing experience who are ready to step up from a leading-hand position are also encouraged to apply.
What is on offer
Permanent, full-time employment
Salary package of $85,000–$100,000, including super, depending on experience
Monday-to-Friday position based in Canning Vale
Reliable employment with an established Australian manufacturer
A hands-on leadership position with genuine responsibility
Support from an experienced management team
Opportunity to improve production processes and develop your team
Long-term career development within a national manufacturing business
How to apply
Please apply through SEEK with an up-to-date résumé outlining your production, manufacturing, and team leadership experience.
Applications will be treated confidentially.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss the role and manufacturing operation in further detail.

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