Production Manager

Benefits:Competitive salary + genuine career pathways within a global dairy leaderLead a high‑performing team across modern UHT/ESL operationsWork with advanced filling, packaging and Tetrapak technologySupportive site leadership and a culture that backs continuous improvementBe part of a business committed to safety, quality and sustainabilityAbout the RoleThis is a key leadership role at our Harvey Fresh site, overseeing and leading our UHT/ESL production team. You’ll manage day‑to‑day processing and packaging to ensure safe, efficient and high‑quality output and work closely with Quality, Maintenance, Logistics and other site functions to keep production running smoothly.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, coach and develop the production team to lift capability and performanceRespond to urgent technical or people‑related issues outside standard hours when requiredDrive a culture of accountability, safety and continuous improvementOptimise filling and packaging operations to meet quantity, quality and schedule targetsPartner with stakeholders to reduce production costs and optimise budgetsEnsure compliance with HACCP, GMP, quality systems and site standardsIdentify and resolve production issues proactivelyChampion safety and contribute to a proactive safety cultureAbout YouYou’re an experienced production leader from FMCG, dairy or a similar high‑speed manufacturing environment. You’re calm under pressure, solutions‑focused, and confident leading teams through complexity.You’ll also bring:3-5 years’ experience in production or operations leadershipCertificate IV in Food Processing or relevant qualification (highly desirable)Strong technical capability across SAP, Tetrapak machinery, HACCP, GMP, RCA, Lean and 5SExcellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skillsA commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellenceAbout Lactalis AustraliaLactalis is the world’s largest dairy company, producing some of Australia’s most loved brands including Pauls, Ice Break, Vaalia and Harvey Fresh. With a national footprint and a strong focus on quality, innovation and sustainability, we offer meaningful careers and the opportunity to make an impact in a business that nourishes millions of Australians every day.  AUD Harvey 6220

Production Manager

  • Excellent Career Progression Opportunities + Attractive Remuneration
  • Enjoy discounted health insurance, free on-site parking and discounts!
  • Lead a UHT/ESL Team of 15 Operators in a High Performing FMCG Site

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary + genuine career pathways within a global dairy leader

  • Lead a high‑performing team across modern UHT/ESL operations

  • Work with advanced filling, packaging and Tetrapak technology

  • Supportive site leadership and a culture that backs continuous improvement

  • Be part of a business committed to safety, quality and sustainability

About the Role

This is a key leadership role at our Harvey Fresh site, overseeing and leading our UHT/ESL production team. You’ll manage day‑to‑day processing and packaging to ensure safe, efficient and high‑quality output and work closely with Quality, Maintenance, Logistics and other site functions to keep production running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach and develop the production team to lift capability and performance

  • Respond to urgent technical or people‑related issues outside standard hours when required

  • Drive a culture of accountability, safety and continuous improvement

  • Optimise filling and packaging operations to meet quantity, quality and schedule targets

  • Partner with stakeholders to reduce production costs and optimise budgets

  • Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, quality systems and site standards

  • Identify and resolve production issues proactively

  • Champion safety and contribute to a proactive safety culture

About You

You’re an experienced production leader from FMCG, dairy or a similar high‑speed manufacturing environment. You’re calm under pressure, solutions‑focused, and confident leading teams through complexity.

You’ll also bring:

  • 3-5 years’ experience in production or operations leadership

  • Certificate IV in Food Processing or relevant qualification (highly desirable)

  • Strong technical capability across SAP, Tetrapak machinery, HACCP, GMP, RCA, Lean and 5S

  • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills

  • A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence

About Lactalis Australia

Lactalis is the world’s largest dairy company, producing some of Australia’s most loved brands including Pauls, Ice Break, Vaalia and Harvey Fresh. With a national footprint and a strong focus on quality, innovation and sustainability, we offer meaningful careers and the opportunity to make an impact in a business that nourishes millions of Australians every day.

 

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