We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused General Manager Further Processing to lead our multi-site food manufacturing operations, driving operational excellence, business performance and sustainable growth.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this senior leadership position will oversee our Further Processing operations across Victoria and Queensland.

About the Role

As General Manager Further Processing, you will provide strategic direction and operational leadership across our manufacturing facilities, ensuring the delivery of secure, efficient and profitable operations.

You will be responsible for developing high-performing teams, driving continuous improvement and strengthening operational capability while delivering on business objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

- Lead and oversee multi-site manufacturing operations, ensuring performance across safety, quality, productivity and profitability.

- Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with business objectives and growth opportunities.

- Drive financial performance, budgeting, cost optimisation and capital investment initiatives.

- Champion operational excellence, Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.

- Build leadership capability, develop succession plans and foster a high-performance culture.

- Partner with Commercial, Supply Chain and other key stakeholders to deliver customer and business requirements.

- Ensure compliance with food safety, workplace safety, environmental and regulatory standards.

About You





You are an accomplished operational leader with strong commercial acumen and a demonstrated ability to lead complex manufacturing environments.

To be successful, you will bring:

- Significant senior leadership experience within food manufacturing, food processing or a relevant FMCG manufacturing environment.

- Experience within further processing, poultry or protein manufacturing will be highly regarded.

- Proven experience leading large-scale, multi-site manufacturing operations.

- Strong financial and commercial capability, including P&L; accountability, budgeting and capital expenditure.

- A demonstrated track record of driving operational improvements, productivity and cost efficiencies.

- Experience leading and developing senior operational teams through change and business transformation.

- Strong strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement and decision-making skills.

- A commitment to safety, quality, compliance and continuous improvement.

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Food Science or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

Why Join Turosi?

This is an opportunity to take on a pivotal leadership role within an established Australian food manufacturing business.

You will have the opportunity to influence operational strategy, lead experienced teams and drive meaningful improvements across a complex, multi-site manufacturing division.

Ready to make an impact?

If you are an experienced manufacturing leader looking for your next executive opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

📌 General Manager – Further Processing (Melbourne)
🏢 Turosi
📍 Melbourne