Production Manager

Visscher Caravelle Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Visscher Caravelle Australia – Campbellfield VIC is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our Melbourne textile manufacturing operations. The role focuses on daily production, planning, staff development, quality assurance and continuous improvement.

You will report to the General Manager and mentor a production team, ensuring on-time deliveries, cost control and compliance with quality systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing production or manufacturing operations.
• Strong leadership, mentoring and people management skills.
• Experience in production scheduling, resource planning and cost control.
• Knowledge of quality systems, workplace safety and manufacturing processes.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving skills.
• The confidence to manage operations independently while maintaining a positive team environment.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing, textile production or sewing operations will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations, resource planning and scheduling.
• Lead and mentor the Production Supervisor and team.
• Ensure quality assurance, material inspections and final product conformity.
• Drive manufacturing cost improvements and productivity.
• Uphold OH&S compliance and safe working practices.
• Collaborate with Sydney management, engineering and supply chain to resolve issues.

Skills

Production management

Leadership

Production scheduling

Resource planning

Cost control

Quality systems

Workplace safety

Textile manufacturing

Automotive manufacturing

Sewing operations

Tools

Excel

Job description

Visscher Caravelle Australia – Campbellfield VIC

Visscher Caravelle Australia is an established automotive supplier with over 25 years of experience providing high-quality OEM accessories to Australia's leading vehicle manufacturers. As part of a global automotive group, we pride ourselves on quality, innovation and operational excellence.

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Production Manager to lead our Melbourne textile manufacturing operations.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you will oversee daily production operations, resource planning, staff development, quality assurance and continuous improvement. This is a practical leadership role requiring strong organisational skills, sound decision-making and the ability to mentor and develop an existing production team.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Planning: Manage daily operations, production schedules, Excel-based resource planning, workload priorities and stock availability.

Team Leadership: Support and mentor the Production Supervisor, manage staff wellbeing, resolve workplace issues and oversee recruitment, training and performance.

Quality Assurance: Maintain product quality standards, oversee incoming material inspections, carpet validation and final approval of non-conforming products.

Operational Efficiency: Monitor manufacturing costs, maintain production costing spreadsheets and drive productivity, process and cost improvements.

Safety & Compliance: Ensure OH&S compliance, equipment maintenance, workplace safety and accurate documentation.

Communication: Work closely with Sydney management, engineering, quality and supply chain teams to resolve issues and maintain efficient operations.

Process Management: Maintain and improve manufacturing procedures, work instructions and quality systems.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

Proven experience managing production or manufacturing operations.

Strong leadership, mentoring and people management skills.

Experience in production scheduling, resource planning and cost control.

Knowledge of quality systems, workplace safety and manufacturing processes.

A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving skills.

The confidence to manage operations independently while maintaining a positive team environment.

Experience in automotive manufacturing, textile production or sewing operations will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

• A stable, full-time position with an established automotive supplier.
• A leadership role with genuine responsibility and autonomy.
• The opportunity to develop people and improve manufacturing operations.
• Support from an experienced management team and global organisation.
• Competitive remuneration based on experience.