Add expected salary to your profile for insightsSix Degrees are partnering exclusively with an Australian owned and leading Industrial Manufacturing business, recruiting for a Operations Manager based on-site in Drouin (in the outer West of Melbourne, towards Warragul).An exciting opportunity to lead the Manufacturing team on-site while taking on responsibility for all core site operations including Continuous Improvement, Safety & Quality at a site level. Play a lead role in driving process and systems from a CI and operations perspective onsite. Be the key stakeholder in continuing to drive the culture forward for the site and invest in its people by playing a supporting role with regards to up-skilling, coaching and training.As the Operations Manager you have the ability to think strategically and make smart business decisions while also leading the day to day operations of the site. You are an enabler of growth and cost efficiency.Primary ResponsibilitiesProduction ManagementManage all areas of plant production to deliver products that meet the quality, cost, volume and service criteria.Increase production, assets capacity while minimising waste.LeadershipBe the key leader for manufacturing on-site, drive engagement across the shopfloor while adding value in terms of process. Drive culture while empowering the team, as the business goes through a period of growth. Help the team understand best practice while adding a layer of accountability across manufacturing.SafetyPlan and prepare all operations budget and forecasts. Be the key stakeholder on-site in terms of driving safety culture and performance. Engage the shopfloor in terms of promoting a safety first culture while setting up appropriate structures for long term and sustained success.Continuous ImprovementPromote and lead a CI mindset across manufacturing and core functions on-site. Adapt relevant CI processes to the sites current needs and implement effectively while engaging the team across all levels.OperationsAt the site level take on full responsibility for Production, Maintenance/Contract Management, Safety, Quality while being heavily involved and adding value across Supply Chain.What will you need to be successful?Experience in similar leadership roles in Industrial Manufacturing or related industriesExperience at the Operations or Manufacturing Management level Ideally 5+ years leadership experience.Proactive People leader with the ability to achieve results with a high level of emotional intelligence.Breadth of experience across operations with the ability to add significant value across Production, Safety, Quality & CI.Whats next?If you think this opportunity sounds right for you, click APPLY NOW to send your application or contact David Oliver for a confidential discussion on 0410 950 370 or [emailprotected]Six Degrees Executive acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We are also committed to equal opportunity and strive to promote diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do.Should you require assistance in your interactions with us or through a recruitment process, please let us know so we can provide adjustments for you.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchTo help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.What can I earn as an Operations Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Operations Manager