Factory Manager

CP Plating PTY Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CP Plating PTY Ltd is seeking a Factory Manager to oversee daily operations in our zinc plating and powder coating facility in Brisbane, Australia. The role supports the Owner and General Manager in achieving production, quality, safety, and environmental objectives.

You will plan production, coordinate labor, oversee maintenance, manage supplier relations and respond to customer inquiries while ensuring regulatory compliance and site security.

Responsibilities

• Support the Owner and General Manager in meeting production, quality, safety and environmental targets
• Report directly to the Owner and General Manager, and collaborate with staff and management as required
• Plan and schedule production and labour resources to meet demand and efficiency requirements
• Provide coverage for key operational roles when staff are absent
• Respond to customer enquiries regarding production turnaround times, quotations and technical specifications
• Coordinate raw material supply with vendors to meet production, quality, safety and environmental needs
• Monitor vendor chemical analysis and quality reports, and ensure recommendations are implemented
• Oversee routine and non-routine maintenance and housekeeping of the site and equipment
• Document and update process changes related to production, quality, safety and environmental compliance
• Conduct regular staff meetings and communication sessions on production, quality, safety and environmental matters
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including Workplace Health & Safety, Workplace Rehabilitation, Environmental Regulations & Approvals, Trade Waste Licensing, QLD Fire & Emergency Services inspections
• Ensure service contracts for OHC, forklifts and water treatment systems are completed
• Ensure the premises operates in accordance with the Lease Agreement
• Maintain site security systems, including alarms, CCTV and keylock systems
• Train staff in plating techniques where appropriate
• Attend training sessions as required
• Operate forklifts to move goods and equipment
• Use hand tools to complete daily operational tasks

Job description

Factory Manager-Zinc Plating & Powder Coating

We are a specialised manufacturing business providing zinc plating, powder coating and other surface finishing services. We are seeking an experienced and reliable Factory Manager to oversee daily operations and support the Owner and General Manager in achieving production, quality, safety and environmental objectives.

We are a specialised manufacturing business providing zinc plating, powder coating and other surface finishing services. We are seeking an experienced and reliable Factory Manager to oversee daily operations and support the Owner and General Manager in achieving production, quality, safety and environmental objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Owner and General Manager in meeting production, quality, safety and environmental targets

• Report directly to the Owner and General Manager, and collaborate with staff and management as required

• Plan and schedule production and labour resources to meet demand and efficiency requirements

• Provide coverage for key operational roles when staff are absent

• Respond to customer enquiries regarding production turnaround times, quotations and technical specifications

• Coordinate raw material supply with vendors to meet production, quality, safety and environmental needs

• Monitor vendor chemical analysis and quality reports, and ensure recommendations are implemented

• Oversee routine and non-routine maintenance and housekeeping of the site and equipment

• Document and update process changes related to production, quality, safety and environmental compliance

• Conduct regular staff meetings and communication sessions on production, quality, safety and environmental matters

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including:

  • Workplace Health & Safety

  • Workplace Rehabilitation

  • Environmental Regulations & Approvals

  • Trade Waste Licensing

  • QLD Fire & Emergency Services inspections

• Ensure service contracts for OHC, forklifts and water treatment systems are completed

• Ensure the premises operates in accordance with the Lease Agreement

• Maintain site security systems, including alarms, CCTV and keylock systems

• Train staff in plating techniques where appropriate

• Attend training sessions as required

• Operate forklifts to move goods and equipment

• Use hand tools to complete daily operational tasks