Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Production Manager
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Production Manager
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About this Position
The Production Manager, reporting to the Site Manager, is a key member of the site leadership team responsible for safe, efficient, and high-quality order fulfilment in line with local and corporate standards. This role drives performance through process safety, team development, digital tools, and KPI optimization, while coordinating cross-functionally to support business continuity and operational excellence.
What you´ll do
- Lead daily production operations to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality order fulfilment in compliance with site and corporate standards.
- Drive a culture of safety and performance by enforcing process safety protocols and SHEQ compliance across all production activities.
- Manage, develop, and motivate production teams to enhance skills, ownership, and high performance through structured training and competency programs.
- Utilize digital tools such as Process Control and Data Acquisition to collect, analyse, and act on data for performance optimization and continuous improvement.
- Champion Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost-efficiency across production operations.
- Maintain accurate, accessible process documentation including Standard Operating Procedures, work instructions, Management of Change, and best practices to support compliance and consistency.
- Monitor and optimize key KPIs such as Safety, Universal Product Code, Right First Time, Overall Labor Effectiveness, and Schedule Adherence to meet site and business targets.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support site initiatives, represent production concerns, and ensure continuity during changes or new product introductions.
What makes you a good fit
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the process industry, with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
- Strong background in chemical environments, with proven experience in health, safety, sustainability, and quality compliance.
- Demonstrated people management skills, including leadership of both professional staff and unionized workforces.
- Proficient in data analysis for informed decision-making, with advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel.
- Certified or trained in Lean Manufacturing principles, with a continuous improvement mindset.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Flexible Public Holidays
- Company Products Allocation
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 25080555
Job Locations: Australia, Victoria, Kilsyth - Melbourne, VIC
Contact information for application-related questions: careers.ANZ@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English. Should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company, you will be working with colleagues from all over the world, and English is our official company language. Generally, our recommendation is to please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact, it is our expectation that Henkel employees will want to grow and explore different career paths during their time with us. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and in two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
If I have questions regarding my application, who do I contact?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.