Production Manager (Manufacturing)

Bc Imports Co.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Job summary

BC Imports Co is seeking a Production Manager (Manufacturing) to lead and optimise our regulated cannabis production operations in Melbourne. The role focuses on planning, scheduling and ensuring GMP-compliant practices across all manufacturing processes.

You will oversee workflows, equipment, materials and cross-functional teams to achieve production targets while maintaining safety and traceability. The position offers a stable full-time contract in a growing industry.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Manufacturing Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• At least 1 year of relevant manufacturing experience in a regulated environment.
• Knowledge of production planning, processes, resource allocation and workflow management.
• GMP, quality systems, safety and compliance in a regulated environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and time-management skills.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment, production systems and inventory controls.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee manufacturing to meet schedules and quality targets.
• Develop workflows, allocate resources to ensure efficient processing of products.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and availability for production needs.
• Monitor costs, throughput and performance; address bottlenecks for efficiency.
• Ensure GMP compliance and adherence to procedures and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate materials and inventory to maintain schedules.
• Maintain batch records, documentation and reporting for traceability.
• Lead production staff, assign priorities and promote safe practices.

Skills

Production planning

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related area

Job description

BC IMPORTS CO PTY LTD (ABN 42 673 423 446), trading as BC Imports Co, operates within the medicinal cannabis industry, supporting regulated product processing and supply activities.

BC Imports Co is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Production Manager (Manufacturing) to join the team on a permanent, full-time basis.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee manufacturing activities to achieve production schedules, operational targets and quality requirements.


• Develop and manage production workflows, priorities and resource allocation to ensure efficient and timely processing of medicinal cannabis products.


• Oversee manufacturing equipment and machinery used in product processing and bottling, ensuring equipment is maintained and available for production requirements.


• Monitor production output, operating costs, turnaround times and overall production performance, identifying bottlenecks and adjusting processes and resources to improve efficiency and achieve operational targets.


• Ensure manufacturing activities are performed in accordance with GMP requirements, approved procedures, quality specifications and applicable regulatory standards.


• Coordinate the availability and control of raw materials, critical materials and other production inputs required to maintain manufacturing schedules.


• Maintain oversight of production documentation, batch records, inventory records and operational reporting to ensure accuracy, traceability and compliance.


• Coordinate manufacturing activities with quality, warehouse, dispatch and other operational functions to maintain efficient workflow across the facility.


• Manage preventative maintenance requirements, equipment checks, production-area standards and operational issues affecting manufacturing continuity.


• Manage and supervise production personnel, allocate work priorities and resources, monitor operational performance, and promote safe work practices and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Skills and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production/Operations Management or a closely related discipline.


• At least 1 year of relevant experience in manufacturing, production operations or a comparable regulated production environment.


• Demonstrated knowledge of production planning, manufacturing processes, resource allocation and workflow management.


• Sound understanding of GMP, quality systems, workplace safety and compliance requirements within a regulated environment.


• Ability to manage production activities, identify operational issues and implement practical process improvements.


• Experience working with manufacturing equipment, production systems, inventory controls and operational reporting.


• Strong leadership, communication, organisational and time-management skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams and meet operational deadlines.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full-time employment.


• $90,000 per annum + 12% superannuation.


• Opportunity to work within Australia's medicinal cannabis industry.


• Supportive professional working environment and opportunities to contribute to operational and production improvements.