Position: Production ManagerLocation: West FootscrayType: Full timeWattyl, part of the global company Hempel, produces a broad range of paints, varnishes, lacquers, and special purpose protective coatings.
We are committed to shaping a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions for all markets across the world.As the Production Manager, you will:Lead, coach & motivate a multi-skilled team to achieve individual, departmental, developmental, and planned performance improvements.Deliver the paint manufacturing plan covering the Make and Fill areas of the plant, ensuring optimum usage of the automated filling lines.Complete supervisor audits, risk assessments, and implement changes to reduce accidents and injuries, ensuring all incidents are managed and reported in line with company policy.Monitor overall equipment effectiveness to minimize downtime and maximize usage.Ensure effective communication between areas and shifts to maximize productivity and achieve targets.Minimum Requirements:A strong understanding of manufacturing principles.Exposure to and a good understanding of automated filling and palletising machines.Previous leadership role in a manufacturing environment.Strong leadership, communication, change management, and analytical skills.A proven ability to strategically influence and negotiate with a wide cross-section of the business.Wattyl is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and culture that embraces the diversity of our employees and the customers we serve, providing equal opportunity for all.At Hempel (Wattyl), we offer you the flexibility to choose how you get the job done.
You will have the trust, support, and autonomy to do your job well.
We value on-the-job learning and provide opportunities for professional development.Note: You must have unrestricted valid rights to work in Australia (Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency) to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr