Job Description
Circular Plastics Australia was formed by a unique industry partnership determined to provide more sustainable packaging solutions. We have leveraged the unique skills and complementary expertise of each like minded joint venture partner to build scaled end-to-end solutions that will successfully accelerate a local circular economy.
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Job Description
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We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to join our Site Leadership Team, with full accountability for end-to-end manufacturing operations at a highly automated recycling facility producing approximately 20,000 tonnes of recycled resin per year.
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This is a senior operational leadership role, with 4 direct reports and a team of 30 production operators. You will be responsible for driving safety, quality, delivery, cost performance, and employee engagement across a multi-shift operation.
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Key Responsibilities
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Workplace Health, Safety & Environment (WHSE): lead a solid safety‐first culture with full compliance to WHSE legislation and site procedures
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Partner with WHSE teams to implement and monitor safety systems and risk controls
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Conduct safety audits and investigations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
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Oversee manufacturing activities across three shifts (24/5 and 24/7)
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Deliver production targets of approximately 20,000 tonnes per annum
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Develop and execute operational strategies aligned to KPIs
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Ensure products are manufactured to specification and delivered on time
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Resolve process capability and "fit for manufacture" issues
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Ensure accountability to quality standards
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Continuous Improvement: lead lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
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Use data and analytics to drive decision‐making
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Lead, coach and develop operational teams
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Drive performance management and engagement
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Support training, capability development and succession planning
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Manage production schedules to achieve DIFOT targets
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About You
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Solid tenure and people leadership experience in manufacturing
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Experience in plastics manufacturing and/or recycling
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Background in high‐volume environments
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Strong leadership, analytical and communication skills
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Qualifications
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Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma training
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Experience with ERP / MES systems
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or Business
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Knowledge of Australian WHS regulations
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📌 Production Manager (Victoria)
🏢 Pact Group Holdings
📍 Victoria