Your Impact

An exciting opportunity has come available for a Packaging Manager to join our Wulkuraka facility! This role is integral to our Site Leadership Team, providing leadership to the Packaging department whilst establishing and maintaining a culture of safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement. 

While making a profound impact on our people and performance, you will be empowered to further your career in manufacturing leadership and grow your range of skills.

Key Responsibilities  

• Determination of manufacturing process capability and identification of line constraints to improve business unit profitability.
• Develop, own and ensure execution of the manufacturing Continuous Improvement plan.
• Plan, direct and control the end-to-end operations within the packaging department.
• Ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness through compliance with all relevant Environment, Health and Safety, Quality standards and policies as well as applicable Legal requirements.
• Improve organisation effectiveness through the development and deployment of solutions to improve productivity and drive a performance culture.
• Align leaders and shift teams on-site to broader business objectives and values.

About You 

• 5 - 7 years’ leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably FMCG.
• A demonstrated achievement of continuous improvement & change management in a traditional manufacturing environment.
• Intimate knowledge of ISO and / or Safety management systems in their application in an FMCG environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GMP/HACCP and GFSI compliance standards.
• Budget preparation and P&L management in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with other continuous improvement programs e.g. Lean, Six Sigma. 
• Strong Relationship Management (negotiation and influencing) skills, particularly within a unionised environment
• Degree qualifications in Management, Food Technology, Science, Engineering or a related discipline would be highly regarded

Why Asahi Beverages?

At Asahi Beverages, we're passionate about crafting more than just drinks - we craft moments of connection, celebration, and shared enjoyment. We bring together a diverse portfolio of iconic beverage brands, a commitment to quality, and a drive to constantly innovate.  Headquartered in Melbourne and with facilities right across Australia and New Zealand, you’ll find Asahi is a place where talent is nurtured, and ambition is rewarded. If you’re ready to toast your future, we’re ready to meet you.

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