Precast Factory Manager: Automation & Growth

Mason; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Mason is seeking a Factory Manager to run our automated precast production floor at Jilliby, leading a small team as throughput scales through automation. You will deliver the production schedule, own panel QA, and maintain high operational standards in a new 3,500m² facility.

You will supervise a crew with hands-on leadership, ensure quality of wall panels, and drive continuous improvement as automation expands. This role blends shop-floor leadership with technology-driven processes.

Qualifications

• Track record running production and leading crews in precast, steel fixing, concrete, or manufacturing.
• Concrete knowledge: reo, cast-ins, formwork, pours and finishes for QA.
• Ability to read shop drawings and schedule production.
• Comfort with scheduling software and automated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver production targets with organisation and attention to detail.
• Own panel QA: check dimensions, reo, cast-ins, finish.
• Maintain a clean, organised factory for optimal automation.
• Leverage robotic automation to sustain high throughput.
• Lead from the front and develop the team to meet targets.

Skills

Production leadership

Team management

Quality assurance

Shop drawings

Scheduling

Automation systems

Tools

Scheduling software

Automation equipment

Production data systems

Job description

Mason is seeking a Factory Manager to run our automated precast production floor at Jilliby, leading a small team as throughput scales through automation. You will deliver the production schedule, own panel QA, and maintain high operational standards in a new 3,500m² facility.

You will supervise a crew with hands-on leadership, ensure quality of wall panels, and drive continuous improvement as automation expands. This role blends shop-floor leadership with technology-driven processes.