Production Manager

Job Description As the Production Manager, you will be responsible for executing the Youfoodz manufacturing plan across designated production areas. You will provide day-to-day operational leadership to frontline teams and Team Managers, playing a critical tactical role in driving team performance, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and audit readiness within your area of control.

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia You will… Oversee and coordinate production operations to ensure full delivery of the Youfoodz manufacturing plan across assigned areas. Manage labour efficiency KPIs (e.g., labour cost/kg, headcount control) and proactively adjust labour plans in line with volume changes.

Drive a culture of audit readiness by ensuring sustained compliance with BRCGS, HACCP, and internal food safety standards. Lead and champion workplace health and safety (WHS), ensuring all activities comply with legislation, site policies, and safe work procedures. Conduct or support incident investigations, ensuring timely reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Drive continuous improvement (CI) initiatives, including process efficiencies, cost reduction projects, and waste minimisation. Coach, develop, and mentor Team Managers to build leadership capability, safety ownership, and front-line performance. Partner with cross-functional teams (Quality Manager, Engineering, Inwards

Goods) to support site improvement plans. You have… 3–5 years’ experience in a food manufacturing environment. At least 2 years’ experience successfully leading or managing frontline leaders or large operational teams.

A strong understanding of WH&S, HACCP, and food manufacturing compliance requirements. Demonstrated success in improving operational performance, including efficiency, waste reduction, and labour utilisation. An understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, or exposure to BRCGS audit processes (highly desirable).

A Tertiary qualification in Manufacturing, Operations Management, Engineering, Food Technology, or a Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (desirable). You are… A resilient and adaptable leader capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic production environment. Data-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

An excellent communicator with a strong leadership presence and the ability to influence, coach, and drive team accountability. Deeply committed to safety, food quality, continuous improvement, and high standards of professionalism. What you’ll get in return…  The chance to have a significant impact in a leading global food technology company Flexible working arrangements  Egoless environment, constant learning with room for personal growth Free access to Headspace HelloFresh Academies