Production Manager - Windows & Doors

Australia's leading glass and aluminium manufacturer - Family-Owned Business - 107 years in Industry

G.James Glass and Aluminium is Australia's leading integrated glass and aluminium manufacturer and contractor. Our privately owned, family company employs over 1900 people with operations throughout Australia.

Our Newcastle Windows & Doors branch located in Cardiff provides sales, fabrication and installation of aluminium windows and doors to the residential and commercial construction markets. We are seeking an experienced, focused and organised Production Manager to oversee our people, planning, scheduling and manufacturing processes.
The Role:
Reporting directly to the Branch Manager, you will be responsible for safe and efficient planning and manufacture of accurate quality customer windows and doors orders in full and on time - including:

• People leadership and management – labour planning, supervision, inductions, training, workplace health and safety, adherence to company policies and procedures
• Factory management – workflow efficiency, quality assurance, minimising waste, stock control, safety, machine operation and maintenance requirements, dispatch / logistics, housekeeping, storage
• Administrative tasks – order documentation, communicating with customers, production schedules / meeting deadlines

The Person:
To be successful in this role it is essential that you are a self-driven person possessing the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Previous operational management and leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
• Glass & Glazing / Window fabrication (or related industry) Trade background or ability to quickly learn technical and product requirements
• Further training in Leadership & Management
• Ability to troubleshoot and implement solutions with a high standard of attention to detail and dedication to a quality product
• Commercially astute and customer focused
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills and experience with ERP/manufacturing systems (Oracle preferred)

The Benefits:
This is an important role within our business and, as such, you will be provided with:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience + a fully maintained company utility vehicle
• Full-time permanent position - ongoing work
• Corporate health benefits - 7% off BUPA health cover
• Training and develop opportunities
• Excellent employment conditions, job stability and a commitment to career advancement for enthusiastic and motivated people

To Apply:
This role will provide you with the opportunity to achieve some real wins and secure a strong career path. If you believe you have the ambition, skills and drive to fulfil the requirements of this role and want to be a part of a great team, please send your Cover Letter and Resume.
Please note: The successful applicant will be required to undertake a full pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening.
G.James celebrates 107 years in 2024 - Proudly Australian Company
For more information, visit www.gjames.com.au
G.James is an equal opportunity employer