Job no:
******
Work type:
Full Time
Location:
Sydney
Categories:
Management
At Huon Aquaculture, everything we do is Oceans Ahead.
As leaders in sustainable aquaculture, we are focused on operational excellence, innovation and producing premium quality seafood.
We are now looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead our Ingleburn Processing operations.
This hands-on leadership role is responsible for driving safe, productive and high-quality production outcomes while leading teams and continuously improving plant performance in a fast-paced processing environment.
What you'll be doing
Lead day-to-day fish processing operations to ensure safe, effective and high-quality production outcomes
Develop, coach and support production teams to build capability, accountability and performance
Manage daily, weekly and monthly production schedules to meet operational demand and customer requirements
Ensure compliance with WHS, HACCP, GMP and food safety standards across all processing activities
Monitor product quality, yield and throughput to ensure operational targets are achieved
Work closely with Operational Excellence and Maintenance teams to improve line performance and reduce downtime
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction and cost control
Monitor production KPIs and operational performance, providing clear reporting and recommendations
Coordinate with Procurement, Logistics and QA teams to support smooth operational flow
Maintain accurate production, quality and inventory records for compliance and audit purposes
Support proactive maintenance planning to minimise production disruptions and maximise equipment reliability
Foster a strong safety-first culture focused on teamwork, accountability and operational excellence
About you




You are an experienced operational leader who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing or food production environments.
You enjoy leading teams, solving problems and driving continuous improvement while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and performance.
Here's what you'll bring...
Experience in production management within FMCG, manufacturing or food processing environments
Strong leadership capability with the ability to motivate and develop diverse operational teams
Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, food safety and quality compliance standards
Experience managing production schedules, labour planning and operational performance
Strong understanding of operational efficiency, process optimisation and continuous improvement principles
Ability to analyse production data, monitor KPIs and drive performance outcomes
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across operational teams
A proactive, hands-on leadership style with strong problem-solving capability
Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing operational priorities
Qualifications in Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Fisheries or related disciplines will be highly regarded
As part of JBS, the world's largest protein producer, Huon offers the scale, stability and chance of a global organisation - while still feeling connected locally to Tasmania and the work you do every day.
When you join Huon, you'll enjoy:
Discounts on our premium, sustainably farmed salmon - enjoy the best salmon in the world at home
Ongoing training and development, with opportunities to grow your leadership capability and career
Discounted health insurance and access to wellbeing benefits
Retail and lifestyle discounts across a wide range of everyday shopping
The chance to make a real impact in a future-focused, values-driven business
Advertised: 01 Aug **** AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 31 Aug **** AUS Eastern Standard Time
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📌 Production Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Huon Aquaculture
📍 New South Wales