Production Manager

Sinapi Manufacturing is seeking an experienced and results-driven Production Manager to lead and coordinate all assembly activities within a medical device assembly plant. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving production output, improving labour productivity, reducing unit costs and ensuring production targets are consistently achieved while maintaining full compliance with quality, regulatory and safety requirements.

This is a visible, hands-on leadership role requiring the majority of time to be spent on the production floor. The Production Manager will oversee multiple production lines, each managed by a Line Supervisor, and will be responsible for creating a high-performance production culture built on urgency, discipline, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Production and Operations:

• Lead and coordinate all assembly activities across multiple production lines to achieve output, efficiency, quality and cost objectives
• Drive production output and labour productivity while consistently meeting and exceeding production targets
• Reduce unit costs through effective resource planning, process optimisation and waste elimination
• Monitor and manage production schedules, ensuring on-time delivery and minimal downtime
• Implement and sustain continuous improvement initiatives aligned to Lean Manufacturing principles
• Ensure full compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements and safety protocols at all times

Leadership and People Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with employees at all levels of the organisation
• Develop, coach and hold Line Supervisors accountable for the performance of their respective production lines
• Create a culture of urgency, discipline, accountability and teamwork across the production floor
• Lead, motivate and engage large teams to deliver consistent and sustainable results
• Identify and develop talent within the production team to build organisational capability
• Conduct performance reviews, manage disciplinary matters and drive a culture of continuous learning

Quality, Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure all production activities comply with applicable quality management systems and regulatory standards relevant to the medical device manufacturing environment
• Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with all OHS requirements and company safety policies
• Identify and mitigate production risks, escalating critical issues timeously

Reporting and Communication:

• Report on production performance metrics including output, efficiency, productivity, quality and cost
• Collaborate cross-functionally with quality, engineering, supply chain and HR teams to resolve operational challenges and drive business objectives
• Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior management on production performance and improvement initiatives

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Proven management experience within a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing large teams
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and/or continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience working within a regulated manufacturing environment, medical devices advantageous
• Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling and resource management
• Solid knowledge of OHS requirements and quality management systems
• Proficient in MS Office and relevant production management systems

Competencies

• Strong visible and engaged leadership style
• Ability to influence, develop and hold teams accountable
• Results-driven with a proactive, action-oriented approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Resilient and calm under pressure with the ability to manage competing priorities

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about operational excellence and continuous improvement
• High level of integrity, professionalism and work ethic
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and within a team
• Disciplined, detail-oriented and deadline-driven
• Comfortable spending the majority of time on the production floor

Remuneration

Market Related, based on experience

If you are interested in the Production Manager position please send your current salary, salary expectation, availability and CV to [email protected]