Production Team Leader

At Carma, we’re more than just a car company, we’re on a mission to shake up the Australian automotive industry! As a digital pre-owned car dealership, we’re turning the car buying experience into a hassle-free, seamless journey that customers can truly enjoy. With our diverse and collaborative team managing everything from engineering to marketing and buying to reconditioning in-house, we’re powered by the best people and we’d love for you to come along for the ride.

Our Production Lead role will manage the critical final stage of the Carma production line. Based at our brand-new facility in Granville, this is an exciting opportunity to head up the operational team responsible for turning work-in-progress units into finished, customer-ready products. While automotive knowledge is a bonus, what we really value is proven leadership in a fast-paced production, assembly, or manufacturing environment. If you know how to drive line efficiency, champion strict quality control, and inspire a floor team to hit daily targets, we want to hear from you.

What you'll be doing?

• New Facility Launch: Be part of our foundational crew, embedding proven operational standards and consistent performance from day one.
• Identify Disruptions Early: Proactively monitor workflows to catch breaks in operational flow-such as growing queues, staging delays, or rework-before they impact production schedules or escalate into systemic failures.
• Own Your Section: Deliver daily production throughput, quality, and flow targets, keeping units moving efficiently through the line with zero compromise on operational standards.
• Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving: Solve the "why," not just the "what." Lead root cause analysis to eliminate operational friction at the source rather than treating symptoms, embedding permanent fixes across the production line.
• Process Optimisation: Take decisive action to refine methods, applying continuous improvement principles to eliminate waste, smooth transitions, and elevate production efficiency and output quality.
• Quality Standardisation: Anchor operational consistency across the new facility by embedding and auditing strict adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality benchmarks.
• High-Performance Leadership: Set clear production expectations, coach and develop team capability on the floor, and hold individuals accountable to high standards and safe work practices.

Okay, let’s talk about you:

• You drive performance through people, inspiring a team rather than just managing tasks.
• You’ve got proven experience leading high-output teams in a fast-paced production environments (automotive is a bonus but not a necessity)
• You are capable of setting clear standards, keeping energy high, and confidently addressing underperformance head-on.
• You have a sharp eye for detail and a natural instinct for identifying the root causes of problems.
• You pivot fast, adapt easily, and stay calm under pressure in a rapid-fire environment.
• Exposure to lean operations or continuous improvement environments is highly regarded (show us your Kaizen/Six Sigma grit!).
• Confidence operating on the floor - engaging, directing and supporting teams in real time
• You hold a valid NSW Driver’s Licence

What's in it for you?

• We wouldn’t be a car business if we didn’t give you some $$ off our Carma cars, parts and NRMA cover.
• Join our high-performing, forward-thinking team and help shake up car buying in Australia.
• Join a team that values quality as much as quantity - we believe in working hard, having fun and delivering an exceptional product.

At Carma, we’re all about fostering an amazing culture, where you can bring your best self to work! We value collaboration, innovation and having a laugh at work. Plus, we’re committed to diversity, inclusion and safe work practices, so no matter your background or experience (or car brand of choice!) we’d love to hear from you. Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments during the interview process.