Packaging Operations Leader: Safety, Quality & Growth

Asahi Beverages; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Asahi Beverages on the Gold Coast seeks a Packaging Unit Manager to lead a production team, delivering safe, efficient and quality-focused manufacturing outcomes while building an engaged, high-performing culture.

You will collaborate with Operations, Quality, Planning and Maintenance to improve performance, reduce waste and deliver continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. Leadership and change management are key.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in manufacturing or production environments.
• Proven track record of achieving operational results through engaged teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.
• Experience with GMP/HACCP/ISO standards.
• Ability to build stakeholder relationships and coach teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, on-time production performance and line efficiency.
• Maintain product quality and resolve quality concerns.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost control.
• Develop frontline teams and succession planning.
• Promote safety, sustainability and regulatory compliance.

Skills

People leadership

Coaching

Change leadership

Operational excellence

Problem-solving

Quality & compliance knowledge

Stakeholder relationships

Communication skills

Education

Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Asahi Beverages on the Gold Coast seeks a Packaging Unit Manager to lead a production team, delivering safe, efficient and quality-focused manufacturing outcomes while building an engaged, high-performing culture.

You will collaborate with Operations, Quality, Planning and Maintenance to improve performance, reduce waste and deliver continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. Leadership and change management are key.