Production Manager

2 weeks ago

Homebush West, Australia PICK OF THE CROP AUSTRALIA Full time $100,000 - $105,000 per year

We are a large-scale food manufacturing company specialising in fresh-cut vegetable processing and value-added production. Our facility operates with industrial-grade machinery, advanced automated production lines, and strict food safety systems (SQF, HACCP). We process and supply tonnes of fresh raw vegetables daily into ready-to-cook manufactured products, supplying national foodservice clients, wholesale distributors, and mass scale production kitchens.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager (Manufacturing) to lead and manage our high-volume food manufacturing operations. Reporting to higher management, you will be responsible for managing large-scale production lines, staff, resources, and compliance to deliver consistent, safe, and cost-effective manufactured food products at an industrial level.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and control food manufacturing processes for bulk vegetable production.
  • Manage industrial production lines including peeling, dicing, slicing, shredding, vacuum-packing, and dispatch.
  • Lead, supervise, and roster a multi-disciplinary production team (machine operators, supervisors, warehouse staff).
  • Monitor and report on KPIs (OEE, yield, throughput, downtime, cost control).
  • Drive continuous improvement and process optimisation across all production lines.
  • Ensure strict compliance with manufacturing food safety standards (SQF, HACCP, NSW Food Authority P1).
  • Liaise with suppliers, logistics, and national B2B food manufacturing clients.
  • Oversee inventory, cost efficiency, and large-scale resource allocation.
  • Deliver weekly production performance reports to senior management.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve processes.

Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Management / Food Manufacturing / Production Management (or related).
  • 3–5 years of proven experience ii n a manufacturing management role within food or related industries.
  • Strong leadership and ability to manage large teams in a factory environment.
  • Knowledge of industrial food manufacturing machinery and bulk processing systems.
  • Proven expertise in food safety compliance and large-scale production quality control.
  • Excellent problem-solving, planning, and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

At Pick of the Australia, our culture is at the heart of everything we do:

  • We value innovation, teamwork, quality & respect, all key to our success over the past 20 years.
  • Our people are passionate and proud to make food consumers love.
  • We believe in continuous improvement, supporting each other, and always putting customers first.
  • We respect the importance of family and work-life balance, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary + superannuation.
  • Career growth in an organisation with strong expansion plans.
  • Supportive, close-knit team where your ideas are valued.
  • Opportunity to earn bonuses through a structured KPI performance scheme.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced Production Manager — or a strong leader ready for the next step — apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you'd be a great fit.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $105,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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