Production Manager

About Us Vinidex is a member of the Aliaxis group, a global leader in manufacturing and distribution of fluid handling solutions. As Australia's foremost environmentally conscious manufacturer and supplier of quality PVC pipe, PE pipe and PP pipe systems and solutions for the transportation of fluid, data, and energy. Vinidex has state-based manufacturing sites across Australia with a nationwide distribution network, resulting in a diverse range of career opportunities. We are looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we at Aliaxis stand for: We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast, We Care for the environment, our customers and each other, We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions. About the Role Your new role is an important step in ensuring the excellence of our site production services, coordination and key projects. You will focus on leading the strong performance of your teams to meeting our production schedules whilst promoting our strong safety values. This position is based at our Townsville site and reports to the Northern Region Manufacturing Manager. Responsibilities include: Leading, motivating and driving a safety, quality and operational excellence environment which encourages team involvement Actively utilising skills in lean manufacturing to minimise waste and drive operational improvement Utilising root cause analysis to effectively address any OEE or quality issues Reviewing plant and equipment layout and processes, utilising time and motion studies, project teams etc. and manage resulting change/lean manufacturing projects Reducing costs through initiatives related to scrap and waste, whether through product or tooling design improvements, reuse of materials, or in relation to other aspects of the manufacturing process About you Minimum 5 years’ experience leading a manufacturing environment Current driver’s license Experience in plastics manufacturing seen as an advantage (extrusion etc) Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical/Business related disciplines Experience in analysis, problem solving and project management Specific experience in resolving complex extrusion problems Excellent knowledge of manufacturing and extrusion processes, automation and automated assembly principles A hands-on approach to leadership and team management Sound knowledge of maintenance principles to enable effective preventative maintenance and process control objectives Benefits: Generous paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers Annual bonus based on performance Access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and family members Employee Recognition Programs and Service Awards Global organisation with career development opportunities We are committed to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusivity. We welcome applicants of all genders and backgrounds to join our team. At Aliaxis, we design sustainable, easy to install, and innovative solutions to address the world’s water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. Thanks to our 14,000 employees, our pipes and fitting systems meet our customers’ most demanding needs for the building, infrastructure, industrial and agriculture sectors. Operating in over 40 countries, the Company is active through leading local brands and generated €3.7 billion revenue in 2021. Aliaxis APAC is committed to sustainability in its operations across Australia and New Zealand. The company actively engages through prominent local sustainable brands such as Vinidex, Philmac, Marley, Dynex, and RX Plastics. With a dedicated team of over 1300 employees, we prioritize the development of pipes and fitting systems that align with the highest standards of sustainability, meeting the diverse and demanding requirements of our customers in the building, infrastructure, industrial, and agriculture sectors.