Hands-On Factory Manager: Lead Production & Improvement

Timber Upcycling; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Timber Upcycling in Kilsyth, Victoria is seeking an experienced Factory Manager/Production Supervisor to own day‑to‑day operations. You will lead safe, efficient manufacturing, manage staff, schedules and maintenance, and drive improvements across the value chain from order receipt to shipment.

You will report to the Managing Director, deliver the production schedule, and implement new systems to support growth while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within a great

Qualifications

• Past leadership in a factory or production environment with direct reports.
• Strong production planning and scheduling capabilities.
• Track record of measurable improvements in efficiency and quality.
• Experience implementing or using manufacturing systems.
• High attention to detail and problem solving in a busy yard.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve production targets and quality.
• Drive improvements in OEE, productivity, waste reduction and costs.
• Monitor performance and resolve production, capacity and delivery risks.
• Own the production schedule and align resources to demand.
• Develop shift supervisors and staff, promoting accountability and teamwork.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and improve equipment reliability.
• Lead implementation of new systems and processes to support growth.
• Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement and teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

OEE improvement

Staff management

Operations scheduling

Continuous improvement

Tools

Manufacturing systems

Job description

Timber Upcycling in Kilsyth, Victoria is seeking an experienced Factory Manager/Production Supervisor to own day‑to‑day operations. You will lead safe, efficient manufacturing, manage staff, schedules and maintenance, and drive improvements across the value chain from order receipt to shipment.

You will report to the Managing Director, deliver the production schedule, and implement new systems to support growth while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within a great