CareerPlan

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Melbourne, Melbourne RegionFull-time2026-10-30
On-site

Core

Lead operations for a truck axle assembly plant and an aftermarket parts distribution centre, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.

Role type

Senior Operations Manager (Manufacturing & Distribution)

Builds

Truck axles and aftermarket parts distribution

Domain

Automotive manufacturing and logistics

Required skills

Manufacturing operations management, Lean manufacturing, Unionized environment management, Health, safety, and environmental compliance, Budgeting and forecasting, Staff coaching and development, Stakeholder communication

Preferred skills

Cummins Operational Excellence experience, Experience in welding, assembly, painting, pick and pack, and warehouse materials management

Technologies

None explicitly stated

Responsibilities

Provide leadership to axle manufacturing and distribution warehouse teams, Manage compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, Optimize work methods and processes, Lead annual operating plans and forecasts, Manage, coach, and develop staff, Oversee operations maintenance and facilities management

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC