Melbourne Rotomould is a manufacturer of rotationally moulded plastic products for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. You can visit www.melro.com.au to learn more about what we do.
We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Operations Manager to join us on a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.
This is a broad role with responsibility across Production, Customer Service, Maintenance, Purchasing, Engineering and general operations.
The key focus will be ensuring the business meets its production, dispatch, and invoicing targets by identifying issues early, setting priorities, and keeping work moving.
Key responsibilities include
- Directing production and setting day-to-day priorities
- Reviewing production schedules, capacity, and labour requirements
- Managing Customer Service and supporting customer delivery requirements
- Coordinating purchasing, stock management, and suppliers
- Managing maintenance priorities and production-related issues
- Resolving operational bottlenecks across departments
- Monitoring performance, deadlines, and outstanding actions
- Driving practical process improvements and follow-through
- Providing Management with clear visibility of operational performance and risks
We’re looking for someone with:
- Operations, manufacturing, and production management experience
- Strong planning, prioritisation, and problem-solving skills
- Experience managing people and driving accountability
- Confidence working across multiple departments
- Robust communication skills and commercial awareness
- A practical, hands-on approach with excellent follow-through
Manufacturing experience is preferred, but strong operational leadership and problem-solving ability are most important. Salary: $130,000–$160,000 + super, depending on skills and experience