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Continuous Improvement Lead - Manufacturing

- Operations
- Permanent / Full Time

15/9/2026

- Newly created role focused on practical, site-level improvement
- Work closely with production teams to reduce waste, downtime and rework
- Build your career with a proudly Australian, family-owned manufacturing business

CMTP is a proudly Australian, family-owned manufacturing business with more than 50 years of national success. We are practical, values-driven and focused on supporting our people while continuously improving how we work.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will lead local improvement initiatives that make your branch safer, more efficient and more consistent, while helping the team build capability and deliver operational excellence.

This role suits someone who enjoys being hands-on, working with frontline teams, removing roadblocks and making practical improvements stick.

What you'll do

- Lead improvements that strengthen safety, quality, productivity and consistency.
- Work with the local production team to understand workflows, equipment, layout and challenges.
- Reduce waste, downtime and rework through practical process improvements.
- Coach teams to identify, trial and sustain better ways of working.
- Turn team ideas into practical improvement actions.

What you'll bring

- At least 2 years' experience in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, process improvement or manufacturing operations.
- Lean, Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement training or qualifications will be highly regarded.




- A genuine interest in growing your career in production or operations leadership.
- Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A practical, approachable and hands-on style, with confidence working alongside frontline teams.

Why CMTP?

At CMTP, you'll join a stable, supportive Australian-owned business where practical ideas are valued, and people are encouraged to contribute.

You will also receive:

- Rewarding salary package and national retail discounts.
- Early starts, early finishes, no weekends and no night shifts.
- Free EAP and online learning resources.
- Access to 1000s of online learning topics.
- Career advancement opportunities.

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*CMTP values diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people of all genders, abilities and identities.

Hear some careers stories from key CMTP Personnel!

CMTP is a growing, national family run business that has been around for 50 years offering stability, security and a secure environment for all employees. In addition, we have a diverse team,



a great culture and excellent opportunities making CMTP an exciting place to work - a place where you can grow, thrive and where we value and prioritise working together and sharing ideas are encouraged.

We strive to create an environment where employees feel engaged and valued. At CMTP we care about our employees in the same way that we care about our customers. We support and encourage our employees with a wide range of professional and personal support to strengthen their overall well-being.

CMTP has a rewarding career ready for you in a supportive, down to earth and fun team where our core values are always promoted. By living the CMTP core values our people make CMTP a truly great place to work.

Travis Meade

Managing Director - CMTP

CMTP offers a highly market-competitive salary and above award hourly rates and excellent conditions in a safe and secure environment.

Learning and Development

Employees are offered a range of training packages that may include Lean Training, Leadership and Management Development training, Health, Safety and Wellbeing training packages just to name a few.

Health and Wellbeing

We offer a range of wellbeing initiatives as well as access to our Employee Assistance Program, including free, confidential counselling sessions for employees and their immediate family members.

Diversity and Inclusion

We want you to feel part of our team. We are a company that promotes workplace diversity and inclusion within a caring, fun, down to earth and supportive environment.

You can work with CMTP in multiple locations across Australia

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📌 Continuous Improvement Lead - Manufacturing (Adelaide)
🏢 Cmtp
📍 Adelaide