
Assistant Production Manager (Senior Production Supervisor)
Chandler Macleod
Posted 9 days ago
Assistant Production Manager (Senior Production Supervisor)
Full-Time, Permanent
π Location: Adelaide, SA
π° Salary: $90,000 β $95,000 + Super
π Roster: Day Shift | 6:00 AM β 2:30PM
π’ Reporting To: Production Manager
The Opportunity
Weβre looking for a hands-on Assistant Production Manager to support daily operations in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment in Adelaideβs Inner North-Westβjust 10 minutes from the CBD.
You'll lead a team of 30+ staff, ensuring on-time production (DIFOT), labour efficiency, and safety compliance. This is a stepping stone into higher leadership, working closely with the Production Manager to drive continuous improvement and operational success.
Why Join Us?
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Career Progression β Pathways into senior leadership
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Leadership Support β Work alongside an experienced Production Manager
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Inclusive & Collaborative Culture β Be part of a high-performing, motivated team
Your Role & Responsibilities
πΉ Lead & Develop Your Team β Manage recruitment, training, and performance reviews to build a skilled, engaged workforce.
πΉ Drive Operational Excellence β Oversee daily production, optimise workflow, and ensure targets are met using Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement principles.
πΉ Ensure Safety & Compliance β Maintain WHS policies, high safety standards, and quality assurance procedures.
πΉ Customer & KPI Focused β Manage DIFOT, downtime reduction, and performance tracking.
πΉ Asset & Budget Management β Assist in budget planning and ensure efficient use of company assets.
About You
β Experience: At least 18 monthsβ2 years leading teams of 30+ staff in a manufacturing or production environment.
β Leadership & People Skills: Strong ability to coach, mentor, and drive team performance.
β Process Improvement Focus: Exposure to Lean, 5S, or HACCP principles is highly regarded.
β Proactive Work Style: Hands-on, problem-solving, and results-driven.
Pre-Employment Requirements
To ensure a safe and high-performing workplace, shortlisted candidates will complete:
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Health Screening β Includes drug & alcohol testing
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Psychometric Assessment β To assess leadership & problem-solving capabilities
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Reference Checks β Verification of previous employment
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Right to Work Check β Valid documentation required
How to Applyπ© Click Apply Now or contact Daniel for a confidential discussion:
π§ [email protected]
π 08 8408 9085 | 0491 352 660
Join a well-supported team and take the next step in your leadership career! π
About Chandler Macleod
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