At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead production and warehouse operations to achieve excellence in safety, quality, and efficiency.
- Company: Join Grundfos, a global leader in water technology with a commitment to innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy annual bonuses, extra leave for volunteering, and access to training for personal growth.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive team that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on water solutions while developing your leadership skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience in manufacturing and team management.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 $ per year.
Are you a hands-on leader passionate about driving production excellence while building a safety-first, continuously improving manufacturing environment? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.
As a key part of the Grundfos Pumps Australia (GPA) & New Zealand (GNZ) Assembly & Warehouse Operations team, you’ll create impact by leading a multi-skilled workforce to achieve operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement while shaping a culture of zero harm and employee engagement.
Your main responsibilities include:
- Direct daily production, inbound, outbound, and material line feeding operations, driving improvements in productivity, quality, and inventory accuracy.
- Champion a zero-harm, safety-first culture by positively influencing team behaviours and maintaining compliance with regulatory, legal, and ISO quality standards.
- Develop and coach a multi-skilled, flexible workforce through structured training, shift planning, and performance management to maximize resource utilization.
- Define strategy and deliver on SQDICP targets — safety, quality, delivery, continuous improvement, conversion costs, and budget — across production and warehouse.
- Drive continuous improvement and zero-defect initiatives through employee engagement, 5S leadership, and Lean methodologies.
- Act as designated backup for the GPA/GNZ Production & Warehouse Manager, providing leadership oversight, managing escalations, and sustaining operational continuity.
Above all, you are a proactive manufacturing leader with strong people management skills, Lean mindset, and the operational breadth to oversee both production and warehouse functions in a fast-paced environment. We would also imagine that you have:
- Bachelor’s Degree in mechatronics, mechanical, or electronics engineering — or 8-10 years equivalent experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or logistics.
- Proven frontline team management experience in a production or warehouse environment.
- Proficiency in SAP and warehouse management systems (WMS).
- Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing, ISO quality systems, and safety management.
It is a plus if you also:
- Have product knowledge of the Grundfos range or similar pump/flow technology products.
- Experience leading continuous improvement projects and driving cultural change.
- Familiarity with direct labor cost calculation and budget management.
Why you will love working here:
- A working environment built around your needs.
- Annual bonus and a strong focus on well-being activities.
- Three days’ additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
- Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programmes to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.
To get to know us better, follow us on LinkedIn or visit grundfos.com.
Job Location: Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Grundfos is one of the world’s leading water technology companies with more than 19,000 employees in 60+ countries all over the world. Our skills commit us to pioneering solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We dare to do things that others cannot or dare not do, as we believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can drive this change no matter your role.
An inclusive team:
We believe that the key to a work environment, where employees thrive and grow, is our ability to celebrate and value our differences in background, experiences and perspectives. In our recruitment process we welcome all professional people without consideration of age, colour, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, ethnicity or religion.
Manufacturing & Warehouse Supervisor in Adelaide employer: GRUNDFOS
At Grundfos, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for our Sales Manager role in the Water Utility sector across Western and South Australia. Our inclusive work culture prioritises employee well-being and growth, offering annual bonuses, additional paid leave for community volunteering, and extensive training programmes to foster both personal and professional development. Join us to be part of a team that not only drives innovation in water solutions but also values your contributions and supports your career journey.
