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Assistant Production Manager (Senior Production Supervisor)

Chandler Macleod
Hindmarsh, SA
A$90,000-$95,000 p/a
Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics β†’ Management
Full-time
On-site

Posted 9 days ago


Assistant Production Manager (Senior Production Supervisor)
Full-Time, Permanent
πŸ“ Location: Adelaide, SA
πŸ’° Salary: $90,000 – $95,000 + Super
πŸ•’ Roster: Day Shift | 6:00 AM – 2:30PM
πŸ“’ Reporting To: Production Manager

The Opportunity
We’re looking for a hands-on Assistant Production Manager to support daily operations in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment in Adelaide’s Inner North-Westβ€”just 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?
βœ…Career Progression – Pathways into senior leadership
βœ… Leadership Support – Work alongside an experienced Production Manager
βœ… Inclusive & Collaborative Culture – Be part of a high-performing, motivated team

Your Role & Responsibilities
πŸ”Ή Lead & Develop Your Team – Manage recruitment, training, and performance reviews to build a skilled, engaged workforce.
πŸ”Ή Drive Operational Excellence – Oversee daily production, optimise workflow, and ensure targets are met using Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement principles.
πŸ”Ή Ensure Safety & Compliance – Maintain WHS policies, high safety standards, and quality assurance procedures.
πŸ”Ή Customer & KPI Focused – Manage DIFOT, downtime reduction, and performance tracking.
πŸ”Ή Asset & Budget Management – Assist in budget planning and ensure efficient use of company assets.

About You
βœ” Experience: At least 18 months–2 years leading teams of 30+ staff in a manufacturing or production environment.
βœ” Leadership & People Skills: Strong ability to coach, mentor, and drive team performance.
βœ” Process Improvement Focus: Exposure to Lean, 5S, or HACCP principles is highly regarded.
βœ” 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:
βœ… Health Screening – Includes drug & alcohol testing
βœ… Psychometric Assessment – To assess leadership & problem-solving capabilities
βœ… Reference Checks – Verification of previous employment
βœ… Right to Work Check – Valid documentation required

How to ApplyπŸ“© Click Apply Now or contact Daniel for a confidential discussion:
πŸ“§ [email protected]
πŸ“ž 08 8408 9085 | 0491 352 660

Join a well-supported team and take the next step in your leadership career! πŸš€


About Chandler Macleod

Adelaide, SA, Australia

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