If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!
The Role
We are currently looking for an exceptional People Leader with a manufacturing background to join our Tatura site as a Manufacturing Manager. You will lead a high-performing team to achieve daily targets for safety, quality, environmental, and productivity KPIs. You will be responsible for managing a large group of Supervisors and Operators across 24/7 operations in a fast-paced environment. If you are someone who strives for excellence every day, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our team.
Our Tatura site is an icon in the region, well known around the world for its quality dairy products. As well as being the country’s largest producer of cream cheese, it also produces infant formula, nutritional lactoferrin, various milk powders, plus our famous single serve butter.
Responsibilities
* Oversee day-to-day operations in the manufacturing plant.
* Create and implement production schedules to meet demands and targets.
* Monitor and improve production processes to ensure efficiency, quality, cost reduction, and waste reduction.
* Manage and motivate a team of production workers and supervisors.
* Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies
About you
* Experience in an FMCG environment with strong people management skills.
* The ability to lead, coach, and develop team members, while engaging with various stakeholders.
* Capable of managing change and bringing others along on the journey.
* Solid knowledge of LEAN manufacturing or Manufacturing Excellence is an advantage.
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
Bega Group Story
Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.
Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!
Life at Bega Group
Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.
* Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
* Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
* Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
* Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
* Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance
Applications
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.
At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.
We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.