Solar Manufacturing Production Leader

Unison Energy, LLC.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Unison Solar Energy is seeking a seasoned Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations at Acacia Ridge, QLD. You will drive safe, efficient production across multiple processes, develop robust SOPs and optimize resources to meet targets.

You will mentor a high-performing team and partner with stakeholders to elevate quality, safety and output. You will bring 8+ years in manufacturing with 3+ years in a senior production role, strong Lean and MES experience, and a track record of

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience across end-to-end manufacturing operations, with 3+ years in a Production Manager or senior production leadership role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large production teams of 40–50+ employees and develop frontline supervisors and future leaders.
• Strong understanding of production planning, KPI management, OEE, data analysis and manufacturing performance improvement.
• Proven experience leading automated manufacturing operations, ideally within solar, renewable energy or energy storage environments.
• Strong knowledge of solar module manufacturing processes, equipment, troubleshooting, quality control and defect root-cause analysis.
• Practical experience managing production budgets, labour and material costs, energy consumption and scrap reduction initiatives.
• Strong analytical capability, with proficiency in Excel, production data analysis and manufacturing KPI reporting.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies, with a focus on efficiency, waste reduction and process reliability.
• Experience with MES implementation, smart manufacturing initiatives and production dashboard development.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production operations, ensuring safe, reliable and efficient manufacturing.
• Establish and maintain effective production systems, SOPs and work instructions
• Ensure production targets are achieved across output, quality, cost and delivery.
• Develop production plans aligned with materials, workforce, equipment and customer requirements.
• Monitor production data and KPIs to identify gaps, constraints and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor material availability, resolve supply constraints.
• Champion production safety through risk assessments, training, inspections and proactive hazard management.
• Develop and manage production plans aligned with materials, labour, equipment and customer requirements.
• Optimise workforce, materials, equipment and energy utilisation to maximise production efficiency.
• Champion production safety through risk assessments, training, inspections and proactive hazard management.
• Maintain accurate production reports, dashboards and operational records.
• Provide senior management with regular updates on performance, risks, constraints and resources.

Skills

Production leadership

KPI management

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

MES implementation

Team leadership

Budget management

Solar manufacturing

OEE understanding

Education

Manufacturing/Engineering degree

Business/Administration degree

Related discipline

Tools

MES software

ERP systems

Dashboards (data viz)

Job description

Unison Solar Energy is seeking a seasoned Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations at Acacia Ridge, QLD. You will drive safe, efficient production across multiple processes, develop robust SOPs and optimize resources to meet targets.

You will mentor a high-performing team and partner with stakeholders to elevate quality, safety and output. You will bring 8+ years in manufacturing with 3+ years in a senior production role, strong Lean and MES experience, and a track record of