Job Description

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My client is a leading FMCG manufacturer operating a high-volume production workplace with a solid focus on quality, efficiency and getting product out the door. With multiple production lines, technical equipment and a large frontline workforce, an exciting opportunity has become available for a Production Manager to drive day-to-day manufacturing performance.

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This role is based in Sydney, NSW.

The Role n

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Own day-to-day production performance across multiple lines
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Lead a large frontline workforce across multiple shifts
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Maintain a highly visible presence across the factory floor
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Drive yield, giveaway, waste, throughput and packs per minute
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Improve changeover performance and line efficiency
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Work closely with Engineering and Maintenance on equipment performance
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Ensure production plans are delivered safely and efficiently
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Identify and resolve production issues in real time
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Monitor production KPIs and drive performance improvements
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Partner with Quality, Engineering and Planning to deliver production requirements
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Build a culture of accountability, performance and continuous improvement
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Your Background nn
An experienced Production Manager or senior Production Leader within FMCG
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Experienced leading large production teams in a high-volume workplace
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Ideally from food, beverage, dairy or similar FMCG background
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A highly hands-on and floor-focused leader
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Strong technically, with an understanding of automated machinery and line performance
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Experienced driving yield, giveaway, waste, throughput and changeover improvements
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Comfortable managing large frontline teams across multiple lines and shifts
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Performance-focused with a strong track record of implementation
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A strong communicator who can work across Engineering, Quality and Planning
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Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, output-focused environment
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What's On Offer n

In return, you will be given the opportunity to take ownership of production performance within a significant FMCG manufacturing operation, leading a large frontline workforce and directly influencing key operational metrics.

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This is a highly hands-on leadership position suited to a Production Manager who enjoys being on the floor, understanding what is happening across the operation and turning production strategy into tangible results.

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