Production Manager

Circular Plastics Australia was formed by a unique industry partnership determined to provide more sustainable packaging solutions. We have leveraged the unique skills and complementary expertise of each like minded joint venture partner to build scaled end-to-end solutions that will successfully accelerate a local circular economy. We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to join our Site Leadership Team, with full accountability for end-to-end manufacturing operations at a highly automated recycling facility producing approximately 20,000 tonnes of recycled resin per year. This is a senior operational leadership role, with 4 direct reports and a team of 30 production operators, you will be responsible for driving safety, quality, delivery, cost performance, and employee engagement across a multi-shift operation. Key Responsibilities: - Workplace Health, Safety & Environment (WHSE), Lead a strong safety-first culture with full compliance to WHSE legislation and site procedures - Partner with WHSE teams to implement and monitor safety systems and risk controls - Conduct safety audits and investigations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented -  Oversee manufacturing activities across three shifts (24/5 and 24/7) -  Deliver production targets of approximately 20,000 tonnes per annum -  Develop and execute operational strategies aligned to KPIs - Ensure products are manufactured to specification and delivered on time - Resolve process capability and “fit for manufacture” issues - Ensure accountability to quality standards - Continuous Improvement including leading lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives - Using data and analytics to drive decision-making - Lead, coach, and develop operational teams - Drive performance management and engagement - Support training, capability development, and succession planning - Manage production schedules to achieve DIFOT targetsAbout You: - Solid tenure people leadership experience in manufacturing - Experience in plastics manufacturing and/or recycling - Background in high-volume environments - Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills      - Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma training - Experience with ERP / MES systems - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business - Knowledge of Australian WHS regulations