Production and Bottling Manager

About the company

Shaw + Smith was established in 1989 by cousins Michael Hill Smith MW and Martin Shaw. Over the past 30 years the business has grown and they now have over 30 permanent staff across multiple locations in the Adelaide Hills and Tasmania. A fully integrated business that includes ownership of vineyards, winery, bottling, warehouse and cellar door Shaw + Smith are renowned locally and internationally for quality wine.

About the role

Reporting to the Chief Winemaker and Joint CEO, the Production and Bottling Manager is an integral part of the Shaw + Smith team and undertakes the day-to-day Management of the bottling line. In addition, they liaison between production, distribution, tasting room and other parts of the supply chain.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Managing the bottling line, ensuring the production of 180,000+ dozen bottles per year (including contract bottling)
• Leading a team of 3 full-time direct reports and a roster of casual employees
• Acting as the key liaison between production, distribution, tasting room, and other parts of the supply chain
• Contributing to the prioritisation and scheduling of domestic/export labelling requirements
• Managing stock of all dry goods, including contract bottling
• Ensuring the database is up to date and accurate by creating and executing all paperwork related to Production and stock levels
• Undertaking regular preventative maintenance of the bottling line and coordinating with service providers for major maintenance checks

Skills and experience

• Previous experience in a leadership role, with a strong ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor a team
• Demonstrated proficiency in forward planning and prioritisation, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Extensive experience in the wine industry, particularly in bottling operations, with a deep understanding of the production timeline and supply chain dynamics
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and resolve issues proactively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations and HACCP protocols, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment
• Forklift license is essential

If you possess strong leadership skills, a passion for the wine industry, and the ability to forward plan and prioritise effectively, we invite you to apply for this exciting role. Take the next step in your career by joining Shaw + Smith and make a significant impact on our continued success.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. To apply please click apply or call Rebecca Ramsden on 08 8216 35***for a confidential discussion.