Manufacturing Operations Leader | P&L & Safety Excellence

ARC - The Australian Reinforcing Company; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Health cover at discounted rates

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Australian Reinforcing Company (ARC) is seeking an Operations Manager for our Glendenning site in Sydney. You will ensure the smooth and efficient operation of Sydney's largest manufacturing operation, with a strong focus on safety and meeting production targets.

Reporting to the NSW Area Manager, you will own full P&L, lead production, logistics, scheduling and service, drive continuous improvement, mentor the operations team, and partner with Sales to grow profitable volume while

Qualifications

• Full P&L ownership or significant operational budget responsibility.
• Experience leading manufacturing operations with cost focus.
• Ability to translate financial targets into actionable plans and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Take full P&L responsibility for the Glendenning operation with revenue, margin, costs and working capital accountability.
• Lead daily site performance across production, logistics, scheduling and service execution.
• Set and deliver production targets aligned with budget and strategy.
• Mentor and develop the operations team to achieve a high-performing culture.
• Identify improvements to productivity and cost efficiencies.
• Lead maintenance planning to increase machine availability and output.
• Collaborate with Sales to maximise revenue opportunities and profitable growth.
• Manage inventory, working capital and material utilization to reduce waste and protect margin.
• Monitor key P&L drivers and drive corrective actions via data-driven insights.
• Contribute to site/area strategy, budgets and business plans while upholding safety.

Skills

P&L ownership

Manufacturing ops

Budget management

Lean manufacturing

Team leadership

Inventory management

Safety & compliance

Job description

The Australian Reinforcing Company (ARC) is seeking an Operations Manager for our Glendenning site in Sydney. You will ensure the smooth and efficient operation of Sydney's largest manufacturing operation, with a strong focus on safety and meeting production targets.

Reporting to the NSW Area Manager, you will own full P&L, lead production, logistics, scheduling and service, drive continuous improvement, mentor the operations team, and partner with Sales to grow profitable volume while