Manufacturing & Operations Leader - Drive Efficiency & Growth

Flexshield; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexshield in Toowoomba, QLD is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing & Operations Manager to take ownership of daily manufacturing and warehouse operations. You will lead people, improve processes, drive production performance and shape the next stage of our operational growth.

This role requires proven experience in manufacturing leadership, strong people management, inventory/WMS familiarity, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. A competitive salary package accompanies the role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading manufacturing or production operations.
• Strong people leadership and team management skills.
• Experience with inventory and warehouse management.
• Sound knowledge of WHS requirements.
• Roll forming or sheet-metal manufacturing experience.
• Experience implementing Lean, 5S or continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead Manufacturing Operations: own daily manufacturing, align people, equipment, materials and schedules to meet customer requirements; optimize production flow and resolve issues.
• Own Warehouse & Logistics: manage receiving, storage, inventory accuracy, picking/packing, dispatch and material flow.
• Lead & Develop the Team: mentor staff, set performance expectations, manage workforce planning.
• Drive Improvement: improve efficiency, reduce downtime, waste and rework; implement better systems and reporting.
• Safety, Quality & Compliance: ensure safe operation and compliance with WHS and quality standards.
• Performance & Reporting: monitor production output, quality, inventory accuracy and safety metrics.

Skills

People leadership

Manufacturing operations

Inventory management

Lean & 5S

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Job description

Flexshield in Toowoomba, QLD is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing & Operations Manager to take ownership of daily manufacturing and warehouse operations. You will lead people, improve processes, drive production performance and shape the next stage of our operational growth.

This role requires proven experience in manufacturing leadership, strong people management, inventory/WMS familiarity, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. A competitive salary package accompanies the role.