Production Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 30 direct reports
• Drive a strong safety-first culture across all manufacturing operations
• Oversee 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 and best practices
• Analyse production costs and implement strategies to improve profitability and reduce waste
• Manage daily and weekly production schedules to achieve optimum efficiencies and DIFOT
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company standards

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of people leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Extensive knowledge of plastics manufacturing and/or recycling processes and equipment
• Demonstrated experience in industrial, low margin, high volume businesses
• Proficiency in manufacturing software systems such as ERP or MES
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities
• Superior communication skills with the ability to connect across all levels of the site

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Science, or Business
• Formal training in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Experience in lean operations and the utilisation of Industry 4.0 technology
• Knowledge of Australian workplace health and safety regulations

About the Company

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.