Manufacturing Manager - West Coast

Nutrien; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Nutrien Day

Purchased leave

Parental leave policy

Free onsite parking

Development opportunities

Community partnerships

Feeding the future

Job summary

Nutrien Ag Solutions in Kwinana, WA is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead our West Coast operations, plan and run day-to-day production, ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery.

You will coordinate with operations, logistics and maintenance, drive cost efficiency, mentor staff, and maintain ISO 9001/14001/45001 compliance, while supporting continuous improvement and production scheduling.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Experience in manufacturing environments, preferably agri/chemicals.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 compliance would be advantageous.
• Proven ability to plan, schedule and optimize production.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the West Coast facility to meet safety, quality and budget targets.
• Coordinate with operations, logistics and maintenance to ensure on-time production.
• Develop and manage production schedules and resource plans.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase site efficiency and reduce costs per litre.
• Mentor and train staff to meet regulatory and company requirements with hazardous substances.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Production scheduling

Quality & safety

Interpersonal skills

People management

Continuous improvement

SAP experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Manager - West Coast

Location: Kwinana, WA, AUS, 6167

Workplace Type: On-Site

Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level

Job Type: Full Time

Why Nutrien Ag Solutions?

If you want a career that makes a difference, then come work with us at Nutrien where your purpose for coming to work every day is real and impactful - Going Further for Australian farmers.

Every day we make an impact and help build a more sustainable and profitable farming industry. We are a local employer, with a local heartbeat, and global resources. So, you will know you are part of something meaningful because you will be connected to the communities that you know so well, making a difference to the lives of our customers and suppliers.

What You'll Do:

We are currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead our very productive West Coast team. Reporting to the National Manufacturing Manager, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing and running optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers' expectations. In this integral role you will work closely with the operations; logistics and manufacturing teams to ensure product is in place and available to fill forecasted and stock seasonal demand orders. Typical responsibilities include:

• Ensuring that production is delivered safely on time, to the agreed quality and budget requirements.


• Execution of the production schedule in conjunction with the Production Manager.


• Assessing production and resource requirements for the facility.


• Ensuring that Health & Safety and Storage regulations are met.


• Maintaining accurate inventory records and accountability across the site.


• Ensuring the site has a preventative maintenances system on site for all assets.


• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to increase site efficiency and reduce cost per litre.


• Minimising facility downtime to improve operational performance and cost efficiency.


• Leading the training and development of staff within the facility and ensure compliance with manufacturer and company requirements with hazardous substances.


• Ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 9001, ISO14001 and ISO 45001 standards, including coordinating and participating in internal and external audits such as ISO certification audits, Global Safety Audit and 3P tolling audits

What You'll Bring:

• Demonstrated success in a similar Manufacturing Manager role managing a diverse workforce.


• Experience in the AgChem industry and/or knowledge of agricultural products and practices is strongly preferred.


• Strong interpersonal skills, outstanding communication capabilities, and the ability to influence others at all levels.


• Confidence in people management experience coupled with strong leadership skills.


• Manufacturing scheduling and lean manufacturing experience is highly desirable.


• Strong computer skills including the MS suite of products. Previous experience with SAP is an advantage.

What You'll Get:

• A competitive remuneration and benefits package


• An additional day of leave – Nutrien Day


• Purchased leave scheme benefits


• Gender neutral parental leave policy


• Free onsite parking


• A supportive and engaging environment that will support personal/professional development


• Opportunities to support community partnerships across our network


• Be a member of a company committed to feeding the future

At Nutrien, we’re committed to Feeding the Future. As a global leader in agriculture, we go further for Australian farmers, and we believe our people are our greatest asset! Join a purpose-driven organisation where your work directly supports sustainable farming and food production.

To find out more about Nutrien Ag Solutions go to our Careers Website or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes applicants of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. This role will remain posted until filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly; others will be notified via email at the end of the recruitment process. To be considered, applicants must have unrestricted, ongoing working rights in Australia and may be required to complete pre-employment background checks. Please note that unsolicited CVs will not be accepted, and Nutrien Ag Solutions is not liable for any received.