Production Manager - Knoxfield, VIC 3180, Australia

JOB DESCRIPTION – PRODUCTION MANAGER

ABOUT THE COMPANY – PRYDES CONFECTIONERY SOLUTIONS PTY LTD

Prydes Confectionery Solutions Pty Ltd operates in the confectionery manufacturing industry in Victoria, Australia. The business focuses on confectionery production and related manufacturing operations, including production planning, quality control, efficient use of resources and timely delivery of products to meet customer requirements.

Business Name:- PRYDES CONFECTIONERY SOLUTIONS PTY LTD

Location:- Knoxfield, VIC 3180, Australia

Job Title:- Production Manager

Salary:- AUD $80,000 - $100,000 per annum

Contact Email:- [email protected]

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organise and oversee daily confectionery manufacturing operations to ensure production targets and customer requirements are achieved.
• Develop and manage production schedules based on customer orders, available materials, staffing levels and manufacturing capacity.
• Supervise production teams and coordinate their daily activities to maintain efficient workflows and consistent product quality.
• Monitor the availability and use of raw materials, ingredients, packaging supplies and manufacturing equipment to minimise production delays.
• Establish and maintain quality control procedures to ensure confectionery products meet company specifications, food safety requirements and relevant industry standards.
• Review manufacturing processes and introduce improvements to increase productivity, reduce material wastage and control operational costs.
• Coordinate with purchasing, warehousing and distribution teams to ensure materials are available and finished products are delivered according to schedule.
• Monitor production costs, labour requirements and equipment utilisation, and assist management in preparing manufacturing budgets and operational forecasts.
• Ensure manufacturing activities comply with workplace health and safety requirements, food hygiene standards and company operating procedures.
• Oversee the maintenance and operational readiness of production machinery and coordinate necessary repairs to minimise equipment downtime.
• Train, guide and evaluate production staff to maintain performance standards, safe working practices and effective teamwork.
• Prepare and review production reports, monitor key performance indicators and provide management with updates on manufacturing efficiency, quality and production outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A relevant qualification in Manufacturing, Production Management, Engineering, Operations Management or a related field.
• Relevant experience in production management, preferably within food processing, confectionery manufacturing or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, manufacturing processes, quality assurance and workplace safety.
• Experience in supervising production teams, managing resources and improving operational efficiency.
• Good organisational, leadership, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene procedures and manufacturing compliance requirements.

KEY SKILLS

• Production planning and scheduling
• Manufacturing operations management
• Staff supervision and leadership
• Quality assurance and food safety
• Inventory and resource management
• Budgeting and cost control
• Process improvement
• Workplace health and safety compliance

Application Contact:- [[email protected]]

How to Apply:-

Interested applicants should submit their current resume, cover letter and relevant qualification details through the application link.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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