Manufacturing Manager

Job description

Primo Foods is one of Australia's most trusted food manufacturers, producing some of the country's most recognised brands. We're seeking an experienced and hands-on Manufacturing Manager to join our Wacol site and play a key leadership role in delivering safe, compliant and efficient manufacturing outcomes. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead a large production team through frontline leaders, driving performance across safety, quality, service, cost and efficiency. This is a highly visible role where you'll spend time on the factory floor, developing people, embedding lean manufacturing disciplines and fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement. If you're a people-focused manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced FMCG environment and enjoys making a tangible impact on safety, culture and operational performance, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Lead and champion a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with WHS, food safety and regulatory requirements. Drive operational performance across key measures including safety, quality, service, cost, yield and throughput. Lead day-to-day Packaging operations to deliver safe, efficient and high-quality production outcomes. Coach, develop and empower frontline leaders to build capability and create high-performing teams. Partner closely with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance and Continuous Improvement teams to resolve issues and improve performance. Champion lean manufacturing principles and lead continuous improvement initiatives across the operation. Optimise labour, materials and equipment utilisation to maximise productivity and operational efficiency. Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, QA and site standards, maintaining audit readiness at all times. Monitor and analyse production performance, using data and KPIs to drive decision-making and accountability. Foster a positive, inclusive and collaborative culture focused on engagement, performance and growth. About You Significant leadership experience within FMCG, food manufacturing or a high-volume production environment. Proven ability to lead and develop large teams through frontline leaders. Strong knowledge of food safety, quality systems, WHS requirements and manufacturing compliance standards. Experience driving lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives. Commercially minded with the ability to balance safety, quality, service and cost outcomes. A resilient, hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced operational environments. Why Join Primo? At Primo, we're committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued and connected. In return, you'll enjoy: Annual performance bonus program Paid parental leave Discounts on health insurance and leading retail brands Exclusive savings at our onsite butcher and deli shop Free onsite parking Novated leasing options Discounts on car rentals worldwide for personal travel Access to discounted travel benefits through our global employee partner network Career growth and development opportunities within a leading FMCG business The opportunity to work for a market-leading and trusted Australian brand A collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement, innovation and excellence This is a pivotal leadership opportunity where you'll have the autonomy to influence performance, develop future leaders and make a lasting impact on one of our largest operations. Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing leadership career? Apply today and join Primo Foods, where great people create great products.