Job Description

Do you have the leadership and production management experience to successfully manage a busy division in the building and construction industry?

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About G. James

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G. James Glass and Aluminium is a leading Australian family-owned company, employing over 1,800 people nationwide. We are known for quality, stability, and a strong commitment to developing our people.

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The Role

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As Production Manager, you'll take the lead in driving performance, efficiency and growth across all production and manufacturing functions within our Eagle Farm Glass Division. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll oversee daily manufacturing operation, production planning, safety, quality and team leadership, ensuring the production facility operates efficiently and meets output targets every day.

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You'll inspire, develop and empower your team while driving innovation and manufacturing excellence to deliver outstanding results.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Oversee daily production operations to ensure output targets, quality standards and delivery timeframes are consistently met
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- Manage, coach, and develop production teams, including recruitment, performance management, training, and fostering a positive, high-performing team culture.
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- Oversee maintenance of plant, equipment and facilities to ensure safe and efficient production output.
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- Identify, implement, and champion production and process improvements and efficiencies.
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- Influence daily decision-making and resource allocation to optimise production efficiency and throughput
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- Collaborate with internal stakeholders including scheduling, logistics and sales to meet production and delivery requirements
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- Ensure compliance with all organisational, safety, and legislative requirements, maintaining a culture of accountability and care.
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The Person

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You're a driven and results-focused leader who takes pride in quality, teamwork, and production excellence.



You thrive in a fast-paced setting and bring a practical, hands-on approach to leadership.

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What You'll Bring

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- Industry expertise: Extensive experience in construction or manufacturing (glass experience highly regarded), with exposure to high volume manufacturing and production environments
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- Leadership strength: Proven ability to mentor, develop, and empower teams to achieve success while remaining actively involved in day-to-day production.
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- Excellent communicator: Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and organisational skills with sharp attention to detail.
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- Commercial acumen: Sound financial management experience, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking, with the discipline and focus to deliver results.
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- Tech savvy: Confident using Microsoft Office, ERP, CRM, and quoting systems (e.g. V6).
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- Customer focus: A passion for delivering quality outcomes and maintaining strong customer relationships.
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- Safety mindset: Solid understanding of Health & Safety standards and a commitment to creating a safe workplace.
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Benefits

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- Stable team of skilled employees
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- Salary package commensurate with experience + fully serviced and maintained vehicle or car allowance + laptop and mobile
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- Full-time permanent position with immediate start
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- Health insurance benefits - 7% discount with BUPA
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- Access to Employee Assistant Program - TELUS Health
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- Free on-site parking
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- Excellent employment conditions, training, stability and a commitment to career advancement for enthusiastic and motivated people
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- Stability within a well-established Australian family-owned and run business
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- Opportunity to make this role your own and for future growth within G. James Group
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Please Note: You will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screening to secure employment within G. James.

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G.James celebrates 109 years in 2026

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For more information, visit www.gjames.com

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G.James is an equal opportunity employer

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📌 Production Manager (Queensland)
🏢 G.James Group
📍 Queensland