Dairy FMCG Production Manager | Relocation & Bonus

Programmed; Griffith City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Accommodation help (up to 4 weeks)

5% incentive bonus

Exclusive gym membership offers

Team events and BBQs

Job summary

Programmed is seeking a Production Manager for a FMCG operation in Griffith, NSW. The role leads 2 Supervisors and 15–20 staff, driving safety, quality and efficiency across the site.

You’ll manage day-to-day production, plan for peak periods, and drive continuous improvement while sustaining food safety and environmental standards. Previous dairy/process manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Production Manager or similar in FMCG/dairy environments.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Proven ability to manage permanent and casual workforces.
• Knowledge of production planning, KPIs and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production operations and meet targets.
• Lead, coach and develop Production Supervisors and staff.
• Plan workforce requirements during peak periods (mid-June to mid-October).
• Monitor performance, downtime, waste, efficiency and output.
• Oversee evaporator and drying processes and related costs.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Quality teams to resolve issues.

Skills

People leadership

Production planning

KPIs

Continuous improvement

Dairy/FMCG experience

Safety & WHS

Education

Engineering degree

Food Science/Technology degree

Job description

Programmed is seeking a Production Manager for a FMCG operation in Griffith, NSW. The role leads 2 Supervisors and 15–20 staff, driving safety, quality and efficiency across the site.

You’ll manage day-to-day production, plan for peak periods, and drive continuous improvement while sustaining food safety and environmental standards. Previous dairy/process manufacturing experience is preferred.