Job Description

As a Packaging Line Business Manager, you'll lead a high-performing production team within one of Australia's leading beverage manufacturers. This role is responsible for delivering safe, efficient and quality-focused manufacturing outcomes while fostering an engaged and empowered team culture.

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As a Packaging Line Business Manager, you'll lead a high-performing production team within one of Australia's leading beverage manufacturers. This role is responsible for delivering safe, productive and quality-focused manufacturing outcomes while fostering an engaged and empowered team culture.

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Working closely with Operations, Quality, Planning, Maintenance and Reliability teams, you'll drive performance across key operational metrics while creating an environment where people can do their best work.

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This is a fantastic opportunity for a people-focused leader who enjoys coaching teams, solving operational challenges and delivering continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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Key Responsibilities

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Lead Production Performance

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- Deliver the production plan safely, efficiently and to schedule
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- Monitor line performance, efficiencies and downtime to identify improvement opportunities
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- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity and reduce waste
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- Ensure appropriate resourcing is in place to meet operational requirements
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Champion Quality & Compliance

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- Maintain high product quality standards across packaging operations
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- Lead investigations into customer and consumer quality concerns
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- Support and manage compliance activities including GMP, HACCP and ISO requirements
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- Work closely with quality and supply stakeholders to ensure continuity of materials and finished product quality
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Drive Operational Excellence

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- Manage labour utilisation and support delivery of operational budgets
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- Monitor production variances and implement corrective actions where required
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- Partner with Maintenance and Reliability teams to improve asset performance and line stability
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- Support initiatives that improve manufacturing efficiency and capability
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- Lead, coach and develop a team of frontline employees
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- Build an engaged, accountable and high-performing team culture
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- Support performance, development and succession planning processes
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- Lead change initiatives and help teams adapt to new ways of working
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Safety & Sustainability

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- Foster a strong safety-first culture where everyone goes home safely
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- Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards
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- Promote continuous improvement in workplace safety, food safety and environmental performance
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- Encourage proactive identification and management of risks and hazards
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About You

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You're a collaborative and capable people leader who enjoys balancing operational performance with team development. You bring a proactive mindset, strong communication skills and a passion for continuous improvement.

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You'll also bring:

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- Experience leading teams within a manufacturing, production or supply chain environment
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- A track record of achieving operational results through engaged and motivated teams
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- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability
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- Experience working with quality and compliance frameworks such as GMP, HACCP or ISO standards
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- The ability to build strong stakeholder relationships across operations and support functions
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- Experience using SAP, Microsoft Office and other operational systems
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- Well-developed communication, coaching and change leadership skills
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- Qualifications in Engineering, Food Technology, Science, Management or a related discipline will be highly regarded
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At Asahi Beverages, we're passionate about crafting more than just drinks - we craft moments of connection, celebration, and shared enjoyment. We bring together a diverse portfolio of iconic beverage brands, a commitment to quality, and a drive to constantly innovate. Headquartered in Melbourne and with facilities right across Australia and New Zealand, you'll find Asahi is a place where talent is nurtured, and ambition is rewarded. If you're ready to toast your future, we're ready to meet you.

📌 Packaging Line Manager (Queensland)
🏢 Asahi Beverages Group
📍 Queensland