Production Manager

Production Manager

Full-Time 49500 - 60500 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead production operations and ensure safety and quality standards are met.
  • Company: Join a rapidly growing skincare manufacturer in Melbourne's Western Suburbs.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a dynamic work environment.
  • Other info: Embrace diversity and equal opportunities in a supportive workplace.
  • Why this job: Make an impact in the beauty industry while ensuring top-notch product quality.
  • Qualifications: 3+ years in production management, preferably in cosmetics or pharmaceuticals.

The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.

Randstad has exclusively partnered with a premier, rapidly growing contract manufacturer specializing in high-quality skincare, sunscreens, and cosmetic products. operating from a modern, purpose-built facility in the Western Suburbs of Melbourne, our client prides themselves on upholding the highest regulatory standards to deliver exceptional products to a diverse portfolio of brands.

This brand new facility is now seeking an experienced, structured, and safety-focused Production Manager to join their team and take ownership of their day-to-day operations.

The Role

As the Production Manager, you will take end-to-end operational ownership of the site's manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics teams.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will drive a proactive safety culture while optimizing material flow and production efficiency.

Your primary mission will be ensuring that daily production targets, inventory accuracy, and customer delivery timelines are consistently met in strict compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Work Health & Safety (WHS) standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Production Scheduling: Plan, implement, and oversee daily manufacturing schedules, including coordinating team rosters to meet deadlines.
  • Quality & Compliance: Ensure all processes adhere to strict GMP and SOP guidelines; guarantee that Batch Manufacturing Records are filled out accurately and in real-time.
  • Safety Leadership: Champion a robust, safety-first culture across both production floors and the warehouse, maintaining high WHS standards.
  • Plant & Equipment Care: Coordinate equipment calibrations, scheduled maintenance programs, and validations in accordance with the Validation Master Plan.
  • Warehouse & Logistics: Manage the receipt of raw materials and the dispatch of finished goods, keeping inventory highly accurate utilizing the company's ERP system.
  • Team Upskilling: Actively train, mentor, and develop production personnel to ensure absolute compliance with company SOPs and quality frameworks.

What You Bring

Our client is looking for a hands-on operations leader who thrives in highly regulated environments. To be successful, you will ideally possess:

  • Industry

Experience: A minimum of 3 years in production management within the cosmetic, sunscreen or pharmaceutical manufacturing sectors.

Experience within a TGA-licensed GMP environment is essential.

  • Education: A Bachelor's degree in Science, Operations Management, Pharmacy, Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Technical Aptitude: Strong working knowledge of mixing, packing, and filling machinery, with the practical ability to troubleshoot mechanical or quality issues.
  • System Literacy: Confident experience utilizing ERP or MRP systems for inventory control and production tracking.
  • Communication: Exceptional communication skills to collaborate effectively with all levels of the business, including reporting quality deviations directly to the Head of Quality

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

Production Manager employer: Randstad

Join a dynamic local operator as an Accounts/Payroll Officer, where you'll thrive in a warm and collaborative culture that prioritises employee well-being and growth. With flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home one day a week, and unique perks like a paid day off for your birthday and a monthly health grant, this company is committed to creating a rewarding workplace that values your contributions. Be part of a team that invests in your development while enjoying a friendly environment filled with good banter and regular team-building events.

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Contact Details:

Randstad Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Production Manager

Production Scheduling
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
Work Health & Safety (WHS)
Safety Leadership
Quality Compliance
Batch Manufacturing Records
Equipment Calibration