Operations Manager - Lean & ERP-Driven Production

Findstaff; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Findstaff partners with a well-established production business in Sydney to recruit an experienced Operations Manager who will lead day-to-day operations, drive productivity and deliver measurable improvements.

Reporting to the General Manager, this hands-on role focuses on process optimisation, ERP integration, SOP development and team leadership to sustain excellence across manufacturing and related operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading production, manufacturing or operations teams.
• Proven track record delivering productivity improvements.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma or Kaizen methods is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production and operational activities.
• Drive productivity, workflow efficiency and operational performance.
• Coordinate labour, resources and equipment to maximise output.
• Identify and remove operational bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.
• Support the implementation and optimisation of a new ERP platform.
• Develop, document and embed SOPs, workflows and operational standards.
• Establish performance measures and operational KPIs.
• Lead, coach and develop operational teams and supervisors.
• Create a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean Methodologies

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

Leadership

ERP Implementation

SOP Development

Stakeholder Management

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Findstaff partners with a well-established production business in Sydney to recruit an experienced Operations Manager who will lead day-to-day operations, drive productivity and deliver measurable improvements.

Reporting to the General Manager, this hands-on role focuses on process optimisation, ERP integration, SOP development and team leadership to sustain excellence across manufacturing and related operations.