" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eProduction Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21315\"\u003e Manufacturing \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21316\"\u003e Management / Supervisor \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21317\"\u003e Sydney \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21318\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21647\"\u003e Professionals \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 12/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Manager\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFood \u0026amp; Beverage Manufacturing\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWestern Sydney, NSW\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePermanent | Day Shift\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000 - $180,000 + Superannuation + 15% Annual Bonus\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn established and growing food \u0026amp; beverage manufacturer is seeking an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eProduction Manager\u003c/strong\u003e to lead manufacturing operations at its Western Sydney facility.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eReporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for driving performance across production, safety, quality, people leadership, and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and leading high-performing teams.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead day-to-day production operations to achieve safety, quality, service, and cost targets.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with food manufacturing standards and procedures.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead, coach, and develop supervisors and production teams.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitor and improve key operational KPIs including output, efficiency, waste, yield, and downtime.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePartner with Quality, Engineering, Planning, and Supply Chain teams to optimise site performance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across people, processes, and equipment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience in a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or similar leadership role within food, beverage, or FMCG manufacturing.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and food manufacturing best practices.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated ability to lead and develop large teams in a fast-paced production environment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience driving operational improvements and delivering results against manufacturing KPIs.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHands-on leadership style with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s on Offer\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePermanent full-time opportunity with a market-leading manufacturer.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDay-shift role offering excellent work-life balance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive salary package of \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000 - $180,000 + Super\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15% annual performance bonus\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStable business with strong growth plans and ongoing investment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to make a genuine impact on site performance and culture.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupportive leadership team and long-term career development opportunities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApply Now\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eIf you\u0027re an experienced manufacturing leader looking for your next challenge within a growing food \u0026amp; beverage business, we\u0027d love to hear from you.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eApply now with your updated resume to be considered for this exciting opportunity.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp; \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4485865\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "