Workshop Manager

Rapid Spray Pty Limited; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapid Spray Pty Limited in Singleton NSW is seeking a Moulding Manager to lead a hands-on team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will focus on continuous improvement of people and processes, driving efficiency and quality while maintaining a productive daily rhythm.

Key responsibilities include planning, root-cause problem solving, and team coaching. Prior management experience in manufacturing is essential, with rotational moulding knowledge highly regarded but not required.

Qualifications

• Prior management experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment is essential.
• Experience and knowledge of rotational moulding is highly regarded but not essential; basic understanding of industrial machinery is sufficient.
• Experience in the powder coating or commercial bakery industries would be well regarded.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a strong, positive team culture focused on consistency and continuous improvement.
• Plan and schedule machines and people to ensure output remains on schedule.
• Investigate root causes of process and machinery issues and implement permanent resolutions.
• Run daily structured team meetings communicating targets, progress, feedback and wins.
• Maintain and lift quality standards, collaborating with other departments to resolve issues quickly.
• Drive efficiency using Lean thinking, 5S, and standardised work practices.

Skills

People management

Root cause analysis

Initiative

Lean thinking

Tools

5S

Standardised work

Job description

Singleton, NSW | Full‑time | Manufacturing

At Rapid Spray, we’re more than just a manufacturing business, we’re a workplace built ona culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

We manufacture liquid tank solutions for agricultural, industrial and government sectors in spraying and liquid cartage. As part of the Tank Holding Australia group we’re seeking to grow and expand our reach across Australia and New Zealand.

THE ROLE — Your Impact

As the Moulding Manager, you’ll lead a hands‑on team in a fast-paced environment where time & task management are key. This your chance to really drive continuous improvement of people & process.

What You’ll Be Doing (IMPACT)

• Building a strong, positive team culture focused on consistency and continuous improvement.
• Plan and schedule machines and people to ensure consistent levels of output.
• Investigate root causes of process and machinery issues, and implement resolutions.
• Run daily structured team meetings communicating targets, progress, feedback and wins.
• Maintain and lift quality standards, collaborating with other departments to resolve issues quickly.
• Drive efficiency using Lean thinking, 5S, and standardised work practices.

WHAT YOU BRING

• People management – you know how to bring out the best in people and are unafraid to have the tough conversations.
• You respect your team and take initiative: when you see something, you act on it.
• You enjoy getting down to the root cause, challenging assumptions and implementing permanent resolutions.

HOW YOU’LL BE SUCCESSFUL

You’ll know you’re winning in the role when you consistently deliver:

Productivity

• Consistent 95% or more delivery to schedule.

Quality

• 95% or higher first pass rate consistently.

Daily Rhythm

• Team has a clear understanding of daily scheduled requirements.

Safety

• A proactive safety culture where hazards are identified and resolved efficiently and effectively.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT RAPID SPRAY

A continuous improvement culture with strong growth momentum.

Supportive management & leadership.

Real autonomy to drive improvements and leave your mark.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

• Clear performance objectives and KPIs.
• Leaders who coach, listen and back you.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

This is a full-time 5 day a week role based at our Singleton NSW (Hunter Valley) manufacturing facility. Hours are negotiable but are typically 4AM - 12:30PM or 6AM - 2:30PM.

We are unable to offer sponsorship – applicants will need to have valid working rights in Australia.

Applicants will be required to undergo a medical assessment (including Drug & Alcohol screening) prior to commencement of employment.

All applicants will be required to provide a National Police Check prior to commencement of employment.

Prior management experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment is essential.

Experience and knowledge of rotational moulding is highly regarded but not essential, a basic understanding of industrial machinery is sufficient.

Experience in the powder coating or commercial bakery industries would be well regarded.