Factory Manager - Cabinet Maker

Emac Joinery; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 120 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Long-term position

Excellent remuneration

Supportive team

Monthly RDO

Uniform and PPE provided

Modern workplace

Training and career development

Résumé du poste

EMAC Joinery is seeking an experienced and proactive Factory Manager with strong leadership and a hands-on approach to drive operational excellence in our Melbourne-based facility. You will own day-to-day factory operations, lead skilled tradespeople, balance production with quality, safety and continuous improvement, and foster a positive, accountable workplace culture.

Join a collaborative team committed to craftsmanship and delivering high-quality custom joinery, with opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Experience in joinery manufacturing or cabinetry.
• Leadership or supervisory experience.
• Ability to interpret shop drawings.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage priorities.
• Commitment to quality workmanship and workplace safety.

Responsabilités

• Manage production workflow to meet deadlines.
• Lead and oversee a team of tradespeople.
• Coordinate labour, machinery and resources for productivity.
• Maintain quality assurance and reduce rework.
• Ensure health and safety standards.
• Monitor team performance and promote accountability.
• Collaborate with Operations Team for efficient workflows.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems and factory performance.

Connaissances

Leadership

Shop floor management

Quality focus

Problem solving

Communication

Description du poste

The opportunity to join an industry-leading joinery manufacturer that is genuinely committed to quality, craftsmanship and delivering exceptional outcomes.

A collaborative work environment built on an open, honest and supportive culture.

A skilled and experienced team committed to working together and achieving shared goals.

Opportunities to grow professionally and advance your career.

Support for further education, training and professional development.

Excellent pay and conditions, with a stable, long-term permanent position.

What's in it for you?

The opportunity to join an industry-leading joinery manufacturer that is genuinely committed to quality, craftsmanship and delivering exceptional outcomes.

• A collaborative work environment built on an open, honest and supportive culture.

• A skilled and experienced team committed to working together and achieving shared goals.

• Opportunities to grow professionally and advance your career.

• Support for further education, training and professional development.

• Excellent pay and conditions, with a stable, long-term permanent position.

The Opportunity

EMAC Joinery is seeking an experienced and proactive Factory Manager with strong leadership skills, a hands‑on approach and a commitment to operational excellence.

Working closely with the Operations Manager, you will take ownership of day‑to‑day factory operations, leading our skilled manufacturing team to deliver high‑quality custom joinery efficiently, safely and on schedule.

This is an opportunity for a capable leader who can balance production demands with quality, team performance and continuous improvement, while fostering a positive and accountable workplace culture.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing production workflow, job priorities and completion schedules to meet project deadlines.

• Leading and overseeing a team of highly skilled tradespeople.

• Coordinating labour, machinery and resources to maximise productivity and minimise downtime.

• Maintaining quality assurance standards and reducing rework, errors and material wastage.

• Ensuring workplace health and safety standards consistently maintained.

• Monitoring team performance, setting clear expectations and promoting accountability.

• Working collaboratively with Operations Team to ensure accurate information, efficient workflows and smooth production.

• Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and overall factory performance.

You will be trusted to manage your time and priorities within clear objectives, taking ownership of outcomes while working collaboratively with the wider management team.

What you'll bring

We are looking for someone who combines practical manufacturing knowledge with strong leadership and a genuine desire to improve how things are done.

• Demonstrated experience in joinery manufacturing, cabinetry or a related industry, with leadership or supervisory experience.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and production deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead, motivate and hold team members accountable.

• The ability to interpret shop drawings and understand joinery manufacturing requirements.

• A proactive, hands‑on approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

• A strong work ethic, professional attitude and the ability to work independently.

• A commitment to quality workmanship, workplace safety and efficient production.

• Adaptability, initiative and a willingness to learn, develop and take on new challenges.

What we offer

• A stable, long‑term permanent position.

• Excellent remuneration and conditions.

• A positive, supportive team environment with a strong focus on quality.

• A monthly RDO.

• Work uniform and PPE provided.

• A modern workplace with state‑of‑the‑art machinery.

• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development.

At EMAC Joinery, we take pride in delivering high‑quality custom joinery, with an unwavering focus on craftsmanship, attention to detail and client satisfaction.

If you are a motivated leader who takes pride in their work and wants to make a meaningful contribution to a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

To learn more about EMAC Joinery, visit www.emac.net.au.