Manufacturing Manager: Lead High-Volume Production & Ops

NPAworldwide; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking a Manufacturing Manager for Melbourne's West, to lead manufacturing and engineering operations in a high-volume industrial setting. You will drive safety, quality and cost targets while building a capable, accountable workforce and delivering peak plant performance.

The role reports to the State Manager and focuses on reliability, process improvement, and leadership across production, maintenance and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years manufacturing leadership experience in a high volume industrial environment.
• Experience leading teams of 30–40+ people in extrusion or engineered products is preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement training advantageous.
• Commercially minded with a focus on governance and manufacturing excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing and engineering operations for safe, reliable production.
• Deliver production, quality, service and cost targets while improving schedule attainment and plant stability.
• Drive preventative maintenance and reduction of downtime through structured problem solving.
• Foster workforce capability, engagement and accountability through clear standards and coaching.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Team leadership

Continuous Improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Safety & Compliance

Education

Tertiary or trade qualification

Job description

NPAworldwide is seeking a Manufacturing Manager for Melbourne's West, to lead manufacturing and engineering operations in a high-volume industrial setting. You will drive safety, quality and cost targets while building a capable, accountable workforce and delivering peak plant performance.

The role reports to the State Manager and focuses on reliability, process improvement, and leadership across production, maintenance and engineering teams.