Production Manager

Temperzone is a leading manufacturer and distributor of innovative air conditioning and ventilation products throughout Australasia, Southeast Asia, and China.

We are also the exclusive distributor of Hitachi Cooling & Heating products within Australia and New Zealand.

With over 65 years of history and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, Temperzone is the ideal place to grow your career.

About the role

We're looking for an experienced and hands-on Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations.

This role is pivotal in driving performance, leading teams, and optimising production processes to meet business goals.

If you're passionate about people leadership, continuous improvement, and delivering results in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

This is a permanent full-time hands-on role working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 7 : 30 am to 4 : 00 pm.

What You'll Be Doing

Oversee the smooth and efficient operation of production machinery, ensuring compliance with safety codes and maintenance standards

Lead and motivate production teams, managing staffing, performance, training, and succession planning

Identify and implement process improvements to boost productivity, reduce downtime, and enhance efficiency

Conduct regular quality checks, resolve production issues promptly, and ensure adherence to manufacturing standards

Collaborate with scheduling and planning teams to meet production targets and optimise workflow

Monitor plant performance and energy usage, using data to drive operational improvements

Lead prototype builds, gather feedback, and apply learnings to improve future production runs

Support the planning, procurement, and commissioning of new machinery and automation technologies

Maintain accurate production data and standard operating times within the ERP system (Epicor)

Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and procedures

Qualifications

A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in production or manufacturing management

Minimum 5 years' experience in production or process management, ideally within HVAC or a related industry

Strong knowledge of production systems, BOMs, MRP, and ERP platforms

Proven experience in machinery specification, process optimisation, and factory layout planning

Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Inventor, with AutoCAD experience preferred

Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills

A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and team development

Benefits

Free parking and secure facilities

Health insurance cover : Hospital Select Base Plan + 3 GP visits

Special discounts on personal banking with ANZ

Employee Assistance Program – free counselling and wellbeing support

Discounted rate for employee purchases of heat pump products

Additional week's annual leave after 6 years' service

Relaxed office environment with a supportive and collaborative team

Access to training initiatives and opportunities for career growth

Part of a globally recognised company with a strong reputation

Why Join Us?

At Temperzone, we pride ourselves on being a people-first organisation.

We are committed to building a high-performance workforce that reflects our values of safety, innovation, and excellence.

You'll be part of a supportive People and Culture team where your ideas are valued, and your work has real business impact.

How To Apply

Follow the steps that take you to our external link to answer our screening questions.

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