Senior Production & Operations Manager

Calderys

Unanderra

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Calderys in Australia seeks a senior production leader to formulate and implement tiered production plans, operate Galileo MES and complete SAP data backflush, and oversee daily production, maintenance, QC, manpower, utilities and cost management to secure on-time order fulfilment.

You will champion S&OP regional rollout, drive CAPEX and EHS programs, monitor KPIs via Power Apps and Evotix 360, optimize resource allocation and inventory to hit high OTIF, and lead a diverse team in a fast‑paced

Qualifications

Bachelor of Engineering or Science, major in refractory production, material science and engineering, chemical engineering or related majors are preferred.
15+ years industrial working experience, 8+ years production management experience in a managerial position.
Strong EHS awareness, knowledge and experience; international company exposure is a plus.
Proven knowledge of production processes, equipment, maintenance, quality control and management.

Responsibilities

Formulate and implement tiered production plans; oversee daily production, equipment maintenance, QC, manpower, utilities and cost management.
Consolidate production data; deliver analytical reports; resolve on-site operational issues with the team.
Lead S&OP rollout; participate in monthly reviews of planning, shift rosters and capacity.
Drive CAPEX project management and budget realization; support regional industrial planning.
Ensure EHS compliance; conduct site inspections, risk assessments and safety campaigns.