Lead Processing Manager, Fresh Produce (Relocation)

Djinda Produce; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Djinda Produce in Western Australia is looking for an experienced Fresh Produce Manager to lead our high-care processing room, including washing, cutting, grading, packing and value-add processing. You will ensure orders are processed on time and to our paddock-to-plate standards.

This is a floor-based leadership role requiring hands-on oversight of equipment, safety, QA compliance with FSANZ and retailer standards, and mentoring a small team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a production or processing management role in FMCG or fresh food.
• Hands-on experience operating and maintaining production equipment with a mechanical aptitude.
• Solid working knowledge of FSANZ requirements and retailer audit standards.
• A hands-on leader who stays calm and organised under daily production pressure.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• A qualification in food science, engineering, or manufacturing; first aid certificate or forklift licence is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily processing and schedule labour to hit targets within budget.
• Lead the processing and packing team on the floor, operating equipment as required.
• Ensure every processed order meets customer specifications, accurately and in full.
• Track yield and wastage, keeping product loss within acceptable limits.
• Carry out minor repairs, adjustments, and preventative maintenance; troubleshoot machinery.
• Work with QA to stay compliant with FSANZ, Food Standards Code, and retailer standards, including traceability and labeling.
• Assist audits and close out corrective actions and non-conformances on time.
• Collaborate with the General Manager to train the team, enforce WHS, and address hazards and incidents promptly.
• Help write and update SOPs and drive improvements in safety, efficiency, and quality.
• Support new product development trials with input on labour, yield, and cost.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

FSANZ knowledge

Quality focus

ERP/MRP familiarity

MS Office

Education

Food science background

Engineering background

Manufacturing background

First aid certificate

Forklift licence

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Djinda Produce in Western Australia is looking for an experienced Fresh Produce Manager to lead our high-care processing room, including washing, cutting, grading, packing and value-add processing. You will ensure orders are processed on time and to our paddock-to-plate standards.

This is a floor-based leadership role requiring hands-on oversight of equipment, safety, QA compliance with FSANZ and retailer standards, and mentoring a small team.