Assistant Manufacturing Manager

Krispy Kreme; Black River; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Krispy Kreme in Australia is seeking an Assistant Manufacturing Manager to support our manufacturing operations and nurture a safe, productive team environment. Working with the Manufacturing Manager, you will help deliver quality products and drive operational success.

You will lead and develop Team Members and Team Leaders, coordinate training, support labour planning, and contribute to continuous improvement across safety, quality and production planning.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing or fast-paced environment.
• Experience coaching teams and driving continuous improvement.
• Strong safety, quality, and food safety awareness.
• Ability to plan labour and manage production workforce.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operation of the manufacturing facility.
• Lead, coach and develop Team Members and Team Leaders.
• Ensure safety, quality and food safety standards are maintained.
• Assist with labour planning and workforce management.
• Monitor production performance and drive improvements.
• Coordinate training and capability development initiatives.
• Support inventory management and production planning activities.
• Foster a positive, high-performing team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

People development

Safety compliance

Operational excellence

Job description

About Krispy Kreme

At Krispy Kreme, we don't just make doughnuts - we create moments of joy. Since opening our first store in 2003, we have been spreading smiles across Australia and New Zealand with our handcrafted, melt-in-your-mouth treats.

About the Role

Love leading teams and making things happen behind the scenes?

As an Assistant Manufacturing Manager, you'll support the day-to-day running of our manufacturing operation while helping to create a safe, productive and engaging environment for our people.

Working closely with the Manufacturing Manager, you'll play an important role in delivering quality products, supporting team development and driving operational success.

What are you responsible for?

• Supporting the daily operation of the manufacturing facility
• Leading, coaching and developing Team Members and Team Leaders
• Ensuring safety, quality and food safety standards are maintained
• Assisting with labour planning and workforce management
• Monitoring production performance and supporting operational improvements
• Coordinating training and capability development initiatives
• Supporting inventory management and production planning activities
• Helping create a positive and high-performing team culture

What's In It For You?

• The opportunity to develop your leadership career with a recognised global brand
• Ongoing learning, coaching and development opportunities
• A supportive team environment where collaboration is valued
• Exposure to all aspects of manufacturing operations
• Product discounts and access to a range of employee benefits
• Career pathways and opportunities for growth

The Sweet Ingredients For Success

• Previous leadership, supervisory or team coaching experience will be highly regarded
• Experience in manufacturing, food production, warehousing or another fast-paced operational environment is advantageous
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to lead from the front
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Someone who enjoys developing, supporting and bringing out the best in others
• The ability to remain organised and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
• Confidence learning new systems and processes
• A collaborative mindset and genuine passion for working as part of a team

Why Join Us?

At Krispy Kreme, you're not just taking a job - you're joining a movement of joy-makers, community-shapers, and wonderfully original people. Come for the doughnuts, stay for the culture.