Production Manager at Pact Group

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

People Leadership, Plastics Manufacturing, Recycling Processes, Lean Operations, Continuous Improvement, ERP, MES, Six Sigma, Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Decision Making, Change Management, Production Scheduling, WHS Regulations, Operational Strategy, Resource Utilisation

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Circular Plastics Australia is at the forefront of Australia’s transition to a circular economy. We are committed to increasing domestic recycling capability, reducing waste, and creating high-quality recycled materials for reuse across industries. Through innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence, we are helping reshape the future of sustainable manufacturing in Australia. Job Description About this opportunity Location - Altona North We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations and drive performance across safety, quality, cost, and output. You will play a critical role in building a strong operational culture, leading teams, and ensuring that production targets are consistently met while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards. The primary purpose of the role is to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement by developing and executing strategies that ensure the highest standards of safety and product quality, efficient resource utilisation, and timely delivery to customers Your key responsibilities will be to: Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 30 direct reports Drive a strong safety-first culture across all operations Oversee all manufacturing activities across three shifts (24/5 and 24/7) Develop and execute operational strategies in alignment with business goals and KPIs Identify and resolve process capability and “fitness for manufacture” issues Build and sustain a culture of continuous improvement, embedding best practices across all areas of responsibility Analyse production costs and implement strategies to improve profitability and reduce waste Manage daily and weekly production schedules to achieve optimum production efficiencies and DIFOT Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company standards Your skills and experience Minimum 5 years’ people leadership experience in a manufacturing environment Extensive knowledge of plastics manufacturing and/or recycling processes, equipment, and best practices. Demonstrated experience in working within industrial, low margin, high volume businesses Experience in lean operations and utilisation of industry 4.0 technology (desirable). Proven ability to drive continuous improvement, lead high-performing teams, and manage change in complex, highly automated facilities. Proficiency in manufacturing software systems (e.g., ERP, MES). Has a continuous improvement mindset (Lean / Six Sigma experience desirable) Superior communication skills, with the ability to connect across all levels at site. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Science, or Business (advantageous). Formal training in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies (desirable). Australia/New Zealand experience in manufacturing or recycling. Current knowledge of Australian workplace health and safety regulations

Responsibilities

Lead manufacturing operations and a team of 30 to drive performance across safety, quality, cost, and output. Develop and execute operational strategies to ensure efficient resource utilization and timely delivery to customers.