Production Manager

2 days ago


Marrickville, Australia b984ef14-1e94-43b6-b710-c2ef44dbd0c0 Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

APG Workforce is proud to partner with M&J Chickens, a leading Australian poultry provider supplying premium poultry products to the food service industries across the country

We're seeking an experienced and hands-on Production Manager (Afternoon Shift) to join the team at their Marrickville site.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader with strong food manufacturing experience to oversee daily production, drive team performance, and uphold high standards of quality and safety.

About the Role:

As the Production Manager, you'll be responsible for achieving maximum productivity, managing workflow and staff performance, and maintaining a safe, efficient workplace.

  • Afternoon shift: approx. 2:00pm – 10:00pm, with occasional overtime as required
  • Oversee a team of around 75 production staff ( Fresh/Raw Processing & Cookhouses)
  • Work closely with the Site Manager and key departments including Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Distribution & Safety

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day production operations in line with KPIs
  • Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and labour allocation
  • Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with HACCP, WHS, GMP, and company standards
  • Conduct training, risk assessments, and performance reviews
  • Foster collaboration across departments to meet production targets

About You

  • Proven leadership experience in food processing, FMCG, or related manufacturing
  • Strong understanding of HACCP, food safety, and quality systems
  • Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills
  • Confident managing large teams and high-volume production
  • Experience with yields, weights, and product flow (poultry or meat background highly regarded)

Why Join M&J Chickens

  • Competitive salary and long-term career growth
  • Reputable company with a supportive, established structure
  • Opportunity to drive innovation and process improvement
  • Work with a passionate, high-performing team

Apply now or contact the APG Workforce team for more information.



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