Production & Warehouse Manager

**Warehouse & Production Team Lead**

**Salary**: $75,000 - $95,000 + Super (Negotiable based on experience)

Australian Wax Company seeks a proactive Team Leader to manage production and warehouse operations, and a small team in Clayton South. Flexible, hands-on role with autonomy.

Since 1932, Australian Wax Company has been one of Australia’s largest and most trusted candle and wax manufacturers. From hand-poured candles to reed diffusers and a wide range of wax supplies, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products. With an exciting period of growth ahead, we’re seeking a **proactive and hands-on Warehouse & Production Team Lead** to join our team and play a pivotal role in our operations.

**Why Join Us?**
- **Competitive Salary**: Attractive remuneration based on your experience.
- **Career Growth**: Opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive environment.
- **Autonomy & Flexibility**: Make the role your own and bring your leadership style to a dynamic workplace.
- **Positive Culture**: Work with a dedicated and friendly team committed to success.

**The Role**

This full-time position is based onsite in Clayton South, VIC, with working hours from **7:45 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday**. You’ll oversee all aspects of warehouse and production operations, ensuring seamless workflows and providing leadership to a small, motivated team. Reporting to the Managing Director, you’ll enjoy autonomy and responsibility while being supported with training and mentorship.

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Production Oversight**: Plan, organise, and monitor production schedules, ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency.
- **Warehouse Management**: Maintain inventory levels, oversee stock organisation, and manage logistics for deliveries and shipments.
- **Team Leadership**: Lead, train, and motivate the warehouse team to meet performance goals and maintain workplace morale.
- **Customer Interaction**: Communicate with customers regarding shipping updates and resolve order-related queries promptly.
- **Health & Safety Champion**: Promote a safe work environment by adhering to and championing workplace safety standards.
- **Problem-Solving**: Address and resolve operational issues, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
- **Equipment Operation**: Safely operate machinery and be physically capable of moving boxes that are 20kg when putting away stock or packing orders.

**What We’re Looking For**
- **Experience**: Proven background in manufacturing, warehouse operations, and logistics, including production management and order fulfillment.
- **Tech-Savvy**: Familiarity with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel). Experience with Xero and Katana is a bonus but not essential.
- **Attention to Detail**: A meticulous approach to inventory management, invoicing, and order accuracy.
- **Leadership**: Demonstrated ability to lead a team effectively, maintain productivity, and foster a positive work culture.
- **Problem-Solver**: Quick-thinking and solutions-oriented, able to resolve discrepancies or challenges efficiently.
- **Strong Communicator**: Clear verbal and written communication skills to liaise with customers, suppliers, and team members.

**Licences/Certifications**:

- Drivers licence (preferred)
- Forklift licence (required)

**Don’t Meet Every Requirement?**

No problem If you have the right attitude and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply.

**Application Details**

Ready to lead, grow, and make a difference?

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

**Experience**:

- Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (preferred)
- Forklift Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person