Lead Custom Joinery Production Manager

Strawberry Seed Consulting; Geelong; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Strawberry Seed Consulting is recruiting an experienced Production Manager for an established family-owned joinery and manufacturing business in South Geelong, VIC. The role leads the production team, coordinates workflow and ensures custom products are manufactured accurately and on time.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, plan production, manage materials and resources, and identify process improvements to boost efficiency while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a factory, workshop or production environment.
• Strong planning, coordination and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise work and keep multiple jobs moving.
• Proven leadership and direction for production teams.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Experience in workplace health and safety practices.
• Experience in joinery, carpentry, or related production is valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the manufacturing facility.
• Lead and support the production team.
• Plan production schedules to meet delivery timeframes.
• Monitor jobs and address potential delays.
• Ensure products meet high quality standards.
• Manage stock levels and materials.
• Maintain safe and organised production environment.
• Collaborate with management, installers and delivery team.

Skills

Factory management

Planning

Team leadership

Organisational skills

Quality focus

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Strawberry Seed Consulting is recruiting an experienced Production Manager for an established family-owned joinery and manufacturing business in South Geelong, VIC. The role leads the production team, coordinates workflow and ensures custom products are manufactured accurately and on time.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, plan production, manage materials and resources, and identify process improvements to boost efficiency while maintaining high safety and quality standards.