Our client is a leading Australian contract manufacturer (CMO) focused on pharmaceutical, cosmeceutical, and therapeutic products.
As a Production Manager, you'll be responsible for manufacturing operations, drive efficiency improvements, and ensure high standards across safety, quality, and productivity.
Responsibilities include:
Drive production efficiencies and reduce waste across operations
Develop, implement, and maintain production documentation and procedures
Support cost control initiatives and budget management
Lead and engage supervisors and team leaders; ensure accurate production reporting
Collaborate with engineering and contractors on maintenance planning and records
Ensure all plant equipment is operated safely, hygienically, and efficiently
Oversee daily start-up procedures and operational readiness
Support workforce planning, training, and staff inductions
Partner with R&D; on new product trials and implementation




Work closely with QA to troubleshoot process and equipment issues
Liaise with off-site co-packers to ensure alignment and quality standards
Skills/Experience
Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or Food Science
Experience in leadership in a food manufacturing workplace
Experience in snack bars, protein bars, chocolate or confectionery manufacturing is highly desirable.
Proven ability to analyse, recommend, and implement process improvements
Experience developing SOPs and training teams in best practices
Strong process orientation with excellent attention to detail
Effective communicator with the ability to influence across teams
Hands-on, proactive, and driven to deliver continuous improvement
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📌 Production Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 i-Pharm Consulting
📍 Melbourne