Operations Manager – Parental Leave Cover Operations Manager – Parental Leave Cover 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 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 Strong 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 key.
Salary:
$130,000–$160,000 + super, depending on skills and experience