Senior Production Manager - Lean Operations & Quality

Creative Composites Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Composites Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead Morning and Afternoon Shift operations. You will drive safe, efficient, and cost‑effective production of high‑quality composite panels.

Reporting to the Executive General Manager, you will plan shifts, supervise staff, foster a safety‑focused culture, and lead continuous improvement across quality, maintenance and logistics to support operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Senior manufacturing management experience required.
• Experience leading shift supervisors and operators.
• Strong knowledge of WHS and risk management.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift supervisors, team leaders, operators, and support personnel across manufacturing operations.
• Develop and implement shift schedules, targets and KPIs.
• Drive DIFOTIS objectives and ensure on-time delivery in specification.
• Promote a safe, accountable and high‑performing culture across the operation.

Skills

Leadership

Shift planning

Manufacturing operations

Lean manufacturing

People management

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Creative Composites Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead Morning and Afternoon Shift operations. You will drive safe, efficient, and cost‑effective production of high‑quality composite panels.

Reporting to the Executive General Manager, you will plan shifts, supervise staff, foster a safety‑focused culture, and lead continuous improvement across quality, maintenance and logistics to support operational excellence.