Production Manager (Wingfield)

**About the Company**

Our client is a South Australian business specialising in the design, fabrication, and installation of commercial cool rooms, freezer rooms, and temperature-controlled environments. The company delivers end-to-end solutions across the food processing, hospitality, cold storage, and industrial sectors, including custom insulated panel systems and refrigeration structures.

With operations across Australia, the business is committed to quality, safety, and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

**Position Summary**

The company is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee and manage the end-to-end production and fabrication processes of insulated panel systems and temperature-controlled environments.

This role is responsible for ensuring efficient production operations, maintaining quality standards, and coordinating with internal teams to meet project timelines and business objectives.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Plan, organise and manage daily production operations to ensure efficient workflow and timely project delivery
- Oversee fabrication and assembly processes for insulated panels and related structures
- Monitor production schedules, resources, and output to meet project deadlines and cost targets
- Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, workplace health and safety regulations, and quality control procedures
- Coordinate closely with engineering, project management, and installation teams to align production with project requirements
- Manage inventory, materials procurement, and supplier coordination to support production needs
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity, and product quality
- Supervise and lead production staff, including training, performance management, and workforce planning
- Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to minimise downtime
- Maintain accurate production records, reporting, and documentation

**Skills & Experience Required**
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a production or manufacturing management role
- Experience in fabrication, construction, refrigeration systems, or related industries highly regarded
- Strong understanding of production planning, quality control, and process optimisation
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements in an industrial environment
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously

**What’s in it for You?**
- Competitive salary package of $85,000
- $95,000 per annum
- Opportunity to work on large-scale commercial and industrial projects
- Career growth within a specialised and expanding national business
- Supportive team environment with solid technical expertise
- Exposure to innovative and custom-engineered solutions
- Stable, long-term employment in a growing sector

**How to Apply**

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $85,000.00
- $95,000.00 per year

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