Manufacturing Manager

About us

With a strong global presence, there are a world of opportunities with the Detmold Group. Our manufactured packaging products are those you see every day containing products on supermarket shelves, carrying around your favourite retail goods and delivering the world's most iconic food service products.

About our Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Manufacturing Manager to be based at our site in Regency Park. Reporting to the Operations Manager - Australia, in this hands-on role you will determine and be responsible for the efficient management of all aspects of the site. You will develop production strategies and implement improvement plans to maintain a consistent rate of performance improvement, in accordance with corporate and WH&S standards, and the short- and long-term strategic objectives for the business.

About you

We are seeking a self-driven people leader with experience in manufacturing leadership to join our team. As the successful applicant you will:

• Lead, manage and engage the team in support of Detmold's vision and purpose, with the goal of 100% SAFE and WELL for our staff
• Ensure Quality and Product Safety standards are maintained at all times
• Provide your team with clear and concise communication to establish expectations and drive positive behaviours
• Provide out of hours support to the 24-6 operation
• Consistently monitor cost related metrics to enable a responsive and agile workforce that consistently meets budgeted targets
• Drive a major focus on customer service, implementing strategies to ensure efficient and quality service to all customers
• Identify, plan and implement improvements to processes, productivity, quality, cost control and customer service

To be considered for this position, you should have:

• Tertiary qualifications preferred or equivalent formal studies
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing management
• Sound knowledge of WH&S systems and financial management

Whilst not essential, experience in the paper packaging industry would be highly desired.

What's In It for You?

• Recognised Employer of Choice by the Australian Business Awards (ABA) for 7 years
• A commitment to your ongoing professional development through training and career-growth opportunities
• A Company that is committed to corporate social responsibility – through supporting local communities and charities, and our commitment to sustainable and ethical sourcing
• A holistic and comprehensive health and wellbeing program so our people feel supported to be at their best
• Other benefits include: An active social club, Free Flu Vaccinations, Free onsite Parking and Regular Celebrations of Success

Please note, applicants must have Australian work rights.

If you would like to provide a cover letter as part of your application, please include it as part of your resume and upload as one document.

Please address any inquiries about the role to Suzanne Cannon, People Business Partner at

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. 

More about us:

The Detmold Group is a family-owned and operated global business, partnering with some of the world's largest and most iconic food and retail brands to create world-class packaging for a better tomorrow. 

Our business is focused on making a positive impact for our people, our partners and our planet whilst keeping our customers at the core of everything we do. Relentlessly looking for ways to improve quality, service, and efficiency, we are driven to improve the way the world experiences packaging. 

Employee safety is our priority, and we want our people to be 100% SAFE and WELL.