Production Manager
Job No:
PB373
Location:
Woolgoolga NSW 2456
- Great opportunity to run a packing facility
- Located in a fantastic coastal location, just north of Coffs Harbour
- Berry experience is essential for this role
Pacific Blue Produce is located just north of Coffs Harbour in Woolgoolga NSW.
Founded in 2016, Pacific Blue Produce packs Australian grown cucumbers and blueberries and markets them to all major retailers across Australia.
With a dedicated team using state-of-the-art processes, equipment and machinery, we pride ourselves on bringing the best produce to market every day.
Pacific Blue Produce has an exciting opportunity for a self-driven, hands-on and strong leader to join the team at our packing facility.
Overseeing the seasonal packing facility and managing a team of up to 15 staff, the Production Manager is responsible for all aspects to ensure that the facility runs to the utmost efficiency.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing the packing, rotation and dispatch of all goods
- Estimating production and sales forecasting against incoming fruit
- Ensuring quality standards meet customer and warehouse requirements
- Coordinating disposal of fruit waste and collection of hired goods, pallets, crates etc.
- Ensuring all warehouse equipment is maintained to ensure optimum utilisation
- Evaluating contractors to ensure they meet acceptable price and quality standards
- Managing OHS compliance on site including managing all injuries, near misses and potential hazards
- Management of team including performance, recruitment, orientation and training
- Operate packing machinery in a hands-on capacity as required
- Troubleshooting mechanical issues on packing machinery
- Continuously reviewing processes and procedures to ensure best practice and maximum efficiency
This hands-on role will suit someone who has :
- Experience working with fresh produce, particularly berries
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient leadership skills
- Demonstrated self-motivation and initiative
- Good mechanical aptitude
- Sound judgement and problem-solving skills
- The ability to be flexible and adapt to their surroundings
- Strong analytical skills
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How to apply
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As this is a full-time position, all applicants must have full time working rights in Australia.