Production Manager – Food & Dairy Manufacturing

Richmond Dairies; Casino; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Visa sponsorship possible

Superannuation

Job summary

Richmond Dairies is seeking a Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations at our Casino, NSW facilities. The role focuses on strong production leadership, planning and delivering spray drying processes while ensuring safety and quality.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage cross-functional teams and work towards operational excellence in a fast-paced dairy environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in leading production teams and managing operations.
• Strong knowledge of spray drying processes and equipment.
• Experience in production planning and scheduling to meet targets.
• Proven ability to lead teams, ensure safety and drive efficiency.
• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop production teams, promoting accountability, safety and teamwork.
• Plan, organise and coordinate production activities to meet targets.
• Manage production scheduling, resources, materials and priorities.
• Oversee operations to ensure efficiency, quality and reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with WHS, food safety, GMP and HACCP.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality and other departments to support operations.
• Monitor KPIs and data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide oversight and support for spray drying operations.
• Develop the leadership and technical skills of production staff.
• Demonstrated experience as Production Manager or equivalent.
• Strong experience in people mgmt, planning and ops management.
• Experience with spray drying processes and equipment.
• Manage multiple production processes and set priorities.
• Knowledge of safety, product quality and GMP.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Able to communicate effectively in English and lead teams.
• Willingness to relocate to Australia.

Skills

Production leadership

Spray drying

Production planning

People management

Safety & GMP knowledge

Data-driven decision making

Job description

Production Manager – Food & Dairy Manufacturing

An Opportunity to Advance Your Career in Australia

Richmond Dairies, an established Australian dairy manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and manage manufacturing operations at our facilities in Casino, New South Wales, Australia.

We are looking for a strong production leader with proven experience in manufacturing management, team leadership, production planning, continuous improvement and operational performance optimisation.

Practical experience and technical knowledge of spray drying processes and equipment are essential, as spray drying forms an important part of our manufacturing operations.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified professionals abroad who are interested in relocating to Australia.

About Richmond Dairies

Richmond Dairies is an Australian dairy manufacturer producing a diverse range of dairy products, including powders, liquid products, frozen products and butter for domestic and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage and develop production teams, supervisors and operators, promoting a strong culture of accountability, safety and teamwork.

Plan, organise and coordinate production activities to ensure operational objectives and production targets are consistently achieved.

Manage production scheduling, resources, raw materials and manufacturing priorities.

Oversee manufacturing operations to ensure efficiency, productivity, quality and operational reliability.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, reduce operating costs, minimise waste and optimise resource utilisation.

Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements, food safety standards, GMP and HACCP.

Work closely with Maintenance, Quality, Laboratory and other departments to support efficient manufacturing operations.

Monitor and analyse production data and key performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities and support operational decision-making.

Provide management oversight and technical support for spray drying operations, including troubleshooting and process optimisation.

Develop the technical skills, leadership capabilities and performance of production personnel.

Demonstrated experience as a Production Manager, Plant Manager, or in an equivalent manufacturing leadership position.

Strong experience in people management, production planning and manufacturing operations management.

Previous practical experience with spray drying processes and equipment.

Ability to manage multiple production processes and establish operational priorities.

Proven experience in continuous improvement, operational efficiency and problem-solving.

Sound understanding of workplace safety, product quality and good manufacturing practices.

Excellent leadership, communication, organisational and decision-making skills.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, including the ability to understand and prepare workplace documentation, participate in safety communications and effectively lead production teams.

Willingness and ability to relocate to Australia, if necessary.

Highly Regarded

Experience in dairy, food or powder ingredient manufacturing.

Experience leading manufacturing operations across multiple sites, regions or international environments will be highly regarded.

Experience working in multicultural manufacturing environments.

Knowledge of automated production systems and process control technologies.

Experience implementing continuous improvement programs, operational efficiency initiatives and cost-reduction strategies.

Knowledge of international food safety and quality management standards.

Employment Conditions

Proposed Salary: AUD $95,000–$105,000 per annum plus superannuation, depending on experience and subject to confirmation of applicable Australian salary and sponsorship requirements.

Benefits and Opportunities:

Ability to lawfully work in Australia or meet eligibility requirements for employer-sponsored visa pathways.

Potential relocation assistance for the successful international applicant.

Opportunity to develop a long-term professional career in Australia.

Leadership position within an established Australian dairy manufacturing company.

Direct responsibility for manufacturing operations, production performance and team development.

IMPORTANT – LANGUAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS

All communication following submission of an application will be conducted exclusively in English. This includes emails, telephone calls, interviews and all other correspondence relating to the recruitment and selection process.

Take the next step in your professional career and join Richmond Dairies in Australia!

Equal Opportunity & Pre-Employment Requirements

Richmond Dairies is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect, dignity and fairness. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business requirements.

This role requires regular movement throughout laboratory and manufacturing environments and compliance with workplace health and safety, PPE, hygiene and food safety requirements.

The successful applicant may be required to satisfactorily complete pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, verification of qualifications and licences, medical assessments, and drug and alcohol screening, where lawful, reasonable and relevant to the inherent requirements of the role.