Assistant production manager

UPTON ENGINEERING PTY LTD; Corowa; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UPTON ENGINEERING PTY LTD in Corowa, NSW, Australia, is seeking an Assistant Production Manager to support planning, coordinate tradespeople, and drive continuous improvement on the factory floor. This hands-on role rewards initiative, craftsmanship, and a proactive approach to delivering quality output in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Based on-site, the role offers opportunities to grow with the business as it expands, with focused involvement in safety, efficiency, and production

Qualifications

• SolidWorks or CAD experience (highly regarded).
• Trade qualification or strong practical background.
• Proactive, organised approach to fabrication work.
• Confidence working with machinery, fabrication, and assembly teams.
• Passion for continuous improvement around safety, efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities

• Support production planning.
• Ensure quality across operations.
• Drive improvements across the factory floor.
• Oversee safety for engineering/fabrication staff.

Skills

SolidWorks/CAD experience

Trade qualification

Proactive & organized

Machinery coordination

Continuous improvement focus

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

As Assistant Production Manager, you'll support production planning, coordinate tradespeople, maintain quality standards, and help drive continuous improvement across the factory floor. This is a hands-on role suited to a highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys being closely involved in day-to-day production outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Support production planning
• Ensure quality across operations
• Drive improvements across the factory floor
• Oversee safety for engineering/fabrication staff

About you

• SolidWorks or CAD experience (highly regarded)
• Trade qualification or strong practical background
• Proactive, organised approach to fabrication work
• Confidence working with machinery, fabrication, and assembly teams
• Passion for continuous improvement around safety, efficiency and quality

About us

Australia's leading pivot manufacturer, with growing work across every state and territory, is expanding its team to meet strong demand in the current market. We are looking for exceptional people who want to make a difference, contribute to practical agricultural innovation, and grow with us as the business continues to evolve.

About the role

• Full-time, on-site role based in Corowa, NSW
• Opportunities to step up as the business expands
• A team that values initiative, skill, and craftsmanship
• Predominately office based
• Opportunities for site-based and hands-on work where required