More information about the company:As one of Australia's leading food manufacturing companies, this organisation is renowned for its focus on quality, innovation, and operational excellence. Supplying a range of products to retail, food service, and wholesale markets, they have built a strong reputation for delivering superior offerings tailored to diverse customer needs.Further details about the role: Reporting to the Director of Operations and Supply Chain, the Factory Manager oversees production, maintenance, and continuous improvement, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance. A key focus will be on standardising processes, optimising performance, and embedding a culture of accountability. The Factory Manager will drive cost-reduction initiatives, enhance digital manufacturing systems, and lead strategic projects, including sustainability and process automation. Leading a skilled team, they will foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning while ensuring strict regulatory compliance. This role requires strong leadership, a results-driven mindset, and a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.The ideal experience includes: Proven experience as an Operations Manager, Site Manager or similar role in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the food manufacturing industry. Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team. Solid understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations in a manufacturing setting. Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions. How to apply?To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, please reach out to Chadé Cupit-Love on ccupitlove@sharpandcarter.com.au

About the company:  Join a well-established Australian brand with a rich history of crafting high-quality products enjoyed by generations. With a strong presence both locally and internationally, our client continues to grow and expand their product range through customer feedback, capital investment and product innovation. If you're looking to be part of a team that values creativity, excellence, and tradition, this is the perfect opportunity for you.About the role: As the Manufacturing Manager, you'll play a pivotal role reporting directly to the Operations Director, overseeing end-to-end production processes. Your key responsibilities will include: Leading the site’s production operations to achieve peak efficiency, exceptional quality, and cost-effectiveness. Driving continuous improvement initiatives through lean manufacturing principles, fostering a culture of excellence. Optimising resource allocation while minimising waste to significantly boost productivity. Collaborating with senior leaders across various departments, including Quality, Maintenance, NPD, and R&D, to ensure seamless operations. Ensuring all products meet the highest food safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards, upholding the company’s commitment to quality and compliance. This is a dynamic role where your leadership will directly influence the success of the manufacturing operations, making a meaningful impact on both the business and the broader team. The ideal experience you'll bring includes: 5+ years of leadership experience in a food manufacturing environment. Strong engineering acumen, preferably with a tertiary qualification in an engineering discipline. Strong knowledge of production processes, quality standards, food safety, and WHS.  Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.  Expertise in lean manufacturing principles and process improvement.  A self-starter with an action-oriented mindset, constantly challenging the status quo and driving opportunities for change. Hands-on approach with a calm, solutions-focused mindset.  How to apply:To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact:   Chadé Cupit-Love at ccupitlove@sharpandcarter.com.au

About the Company: A leading global manufacturer of high-quality infrastructure solutions who are dedicated to innovation and excellence in all aspects of their business. We have partnered with them to recruit a highly motivated and results-oriented Operational Excellence Manager to join their team at their state-of-the-art facility in SE Suburbs of Melbourne. About the Role:This exciting new role will play a pivotal part in driving significant improvements across their operations. As Operational Excellence Manager, you will be responsible for leading and implementing a comprehensive improvement program focused on enhancing productivity, quality, and overall operational efficiency. This will involve a strong emphasis on Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles and Lean methodologies, with a focus on continuous improvement and achieving operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead and implement TPM initiatives focusing on key areas such as autonomous maintenance, planned maintenance, OEE improvements, waste reduction, quality enhancements. Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) to identify and address operational bottlenecks and inefficiencies. Develop and implement training programs to upskill the workforce on continuous improvement techniques. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, purchasing, engineering) to optimize manufacturing processes and improve overall business performance. Collect, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and identify areas for improvement. Ideal Candidate: Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience in implementing and managing TPM programs or similar continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Strong project management and organizational skills. Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (automotive, food, industrial preferred).  Six Sigma certification is preferred but not essential. How to apply:To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact: Chadé Cupit-Love at ccupitlove@sharpandcarter.com.au

More information about the company: A leading Australian food production company, this organisation is renowned for its focus on quality, innovation, and operational excellence. Supplying a range of products to retail, food service, and wholesale markets, they have built a strong reputation for delivering superior offerings tailored to diverse customer needs.Further details about the role:As the Operations Manager, you will lead the daily operations of the company’s flagship manufacturing sites, ensuring seamless production processes and exceptional quality standards. This role is pivotal in driving efficiency, spearheading continuous improvement initiatives, and fostering a culture of excellence. You will oversee multiple functions, including production, maintenance, capital projects, and planning, with direct reports across these areas. With the business undergoing a period of significant transformation, this is a unique opportunity for a proactive change agent to play a key role in shaping the next phase of growth and success.The ideal experience includes: Proven experience as an Operations Manager or similar role in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the food manufacturing industry. Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team. Solid understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations in a manufacturing setting. Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions. How to apply?To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, please reach out to Chadé Cupit-Love on ccupitlove@sharpandcarter.com.au

About the company: Our client is a leading food manufacturer with a strong focus on continued innovation through capital investment and people development. Their products are enjoyed by consumers across the nation. They are currently seeking an experience Engineering & Maintenance Manager to join their flagship site in Eastern Victoria where you'll lead both the R&M and capital budgets, overseeing a team of skilled tradespeople and engineers. About the role: As Engineering & Maintenance Manager, you'll oversee maintenance, lead capital projects, and drive continuous improvement to ensure optimal plant performance. With a focus on safety, quality, and innovation, you'll lead a talented team to achieve operational goals. The business is currently investing $15 million in plant optimization, with an annual R&M budget of approximately $5 million.    Key Responsibilities: Direct and coordinate projects to design new capital works and improve production techniques. Analyse technology trends and market demand to plan projects effectively. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure engineering feasibility and cost-effectiveness. Oversee physical maintenance and repair of operating site equipment. Implement preventative maintenance programs and propose plant modification for improved efficiency. Champion safety initiatives and contribute to plant safety improvements.    The Ideal Candidate: A proven background in engineering, ideally managing a maintenance team. Tertiary qualifications in Engineering Track record of project management, including developing strategies, evaluating and solving complex problems, and budgeting and negotiating. Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.    How to apply: To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact:    Chadé Cupit-Love at ccupitlove@sharpandcarter.com.au or 0436 286 633.