Manufacturing Operations Lead | Hands-On Manager

The MAS Agency Job Posting Only; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Company vehicle

Base salary + super

Job summary

The MAS Agency Job Posting Only seeks an Assistant Manager - Manufacturing Operations in Hervey Bay, Queensland. This hands-on leadership role supports the Business Manager to deliver production, safety, quality and performance targets while balancing operational oversight with team management and reporting.

You will supervise production staff, plan scheduling, manage costs and ensure compliance with WH&S standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production supervisory role.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop production staff.
• Strong knowledge of workplace health and safety practices.
• Experience with payroll exposure and production reporting.
• Budget awareness and cost control experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Mechanical or technical understanding is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Support the Business Manager in overseeing daily plant operations
• Plan and schedule production to meet budget and output targets
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards
• Lead, supervise and develop production staff on site
• Monitor plant performance across production, cost and quality metrics
• Manage stock levels and coordinate purchasing of consumables and materials
• Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks and incident investigations
• Assist with month‑end reporting and administrative processes
• Maintain contractor management and site compliance requirements
• Drive continuous improvement across operations and team performance

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Team leadership

WH&S knowledge

Payroll exposure

Budget & cost control

Communication skills

Mechanical understanding

Timber/industrial background

Job description

The MAS Agency Job Posting Only seeks an Assistant Manager - Manufacturing Operations in Hervey Bay, Queensland. This hands-on leadership role supports the Business Manager to deliver production, safety, quality and performance targets while balancing operational oversight with team management and reporting.

You will supervise production staff, plan scheduling, manage costs and ensure compliance with WH&S standards.