Manufacturing Manager

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us- Exciting opportunity to lead the manufacturing operations - processing and packaging team- Positive, supportive and strong values led culture- Excellent opportunity to be a part of Australian iconic brand

The Role

Our Crestmead dairy site near Logan, south of Brisbane, manufactures and distributes a range of milk and milk-based products, made with fresh milk sourced direct from 35 dairy farms in the south-east Queensland region. Producing around 65 million litres of product per year

You'll drive manufacturing excellence and implement best practices onsite, ensuring we meet our quality, safety, customer service, cost, and environmental goals. Plus, you'll play a key role in designing and delivering cost improvement projects and supporting major capital projects. Be a part of our journey towards operational excellence

Responsibilities- Be responsible for effectively managing the people, equipment, and processes related to the manufacture of the products- Be accountable for meeting the overall safety, quality, production, and financial performance objectives of the operation- Oversee production activities, ensure all production activities are managed within budget.- Cost Improvement Projects - design and deliver projects aimed at reducing manufacturing costs.- Support and guide the delivery of site Bex specific capability plans to support broad plan, POAP and Bex Implementation Plan

About you- Leadership skills
- proven demonstration of staff engagement, empowerment & development- A passion for Health, Safety and the Environment with knowledge and ability to lead food safety, Quality, GMP and HACCP processes- Tertiary qualifications in relevant field- Knowledge of liquid milk handling, along with a good understanding of food microbiology in particular dairy product manufacturing is highly desirable- Passion to support continuous improvement and volume growth on site. As a key member of site SSG contribute to the seamless introduction of new products and processes to support the growth of Crestmead.- Excellent communication skills with ability to present performance information to the board of directors while able to listen and learn from our shop floor staff; coaching & influence team members for future development

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.- Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture- Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression- Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with- Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs- Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical_._

Must hold a current Australian driver’s license.