Operations General Manager For Food Manufacturing

Role & responsibilities

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Directors, and working along the production Assitant, executives and 40+ team. youll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production and operational performance. Youll lead a core team of 40 permanent staff and manage seasonal hiring of an additional 10–20 casual workers during the peak production season.

Key Responsibilities& experience

Proven experience (7+ years) in leading teams and managing others effectively within a manufacturing/FMCG environment

• Lead daily operations across production, packing, maintenance, and logistics
• Manage production schedules and seasonal workforce planning including recruitment
• Thorough knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices HACCP, and Continuous Improvement principles.
• Identify and implement process improvements to drive efficiency and reduce downtime
• Report regularly to the Board on KPIs, performance, and operational challenges
• Maintain and improve property facilities
• Drive operational excellence to exceed financial targets
• Strong business acumen, with experience in budgeting, P&L, labour planning, and operational efficiency.
• Lead business planning, staffing strategies, and succession development across stores.

Preferred candidate profile

What You Bring:

You are a proven commercial leader with a track record of driving growth and performance. You bring:

• Strategic and financial acumen
• Strong leadership and team-building capability
• Experience managing operations in a technical, manufacturing, or engineering context
• The ability to build trust with the Board, inspire teams, and create lasting partnerships
• Strong internal and external customer orientation.
• A deep commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement is core!

What’s on Offer

• A pivotal role with the autonomy to lead and influence operations
• Supportive board and team environment
• Competitive remuneration and potential for long-term career growth