Factory Manager – Joinery (Modern Facility, RDO)

Emac Joinery; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term position

Excellent remuneration

Supportive team

Monthly RDO

Uniform and PPE provided

Modern workplace

Training and career development

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Shop floor management

Quality focus

Problem solving

Communication

Job description

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