Production Manager

About us

At Rombola Family Farms, we’re not just about farming – we’re about crafting a sustainable future. Based in the heart of Australia's agricultural landscape, in Griffith, Rombola Family Farms is a forward-thinking business committed to producing the highest quality fruits, vegetables, and produce for local markets. Our intensive irrigated horticultural production located in Griffith (NSW), Bundaberg (QLD), Douglas-Daly (NT) and Mataranka (NT). Our passion for innovation and sustainability drives everything we do, from our cutting-edge farming techniques to our unwavering dedication to community and the environment.

We’re a family-run business, deeply rooted in values that span generations. As we expand, we’re looking for a Production Manager to join us on this exciting journey and play a pivotal role in the future of Rombola Family Farms.

The Production Manager responsible for production planning, production processes, operational efficiency, quality systems, cost control, plant performance, SOP development, staff supervision and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key operational accountabilities include:

• Planning, organising, directing and coordinating production activities within RFF's packing and processing operations.
• Developing and implementing production plans, workflows, policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency and productivity;
• Monitoring production performance, output, quality standards and operational costs;
• Managing production schedules and coordinating labour, equipment and resources to meet business requirements;
• Overseeing the maintenance planning and performance of plant and equipment to minimise downtime and maximise operational efficiency.
• Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and ensuring compliance with quality assurance and food safety requirements.
• Identifying and implementing process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives;
• Supervising and supporting production employees, including training and performance management;
• Liaising with management and other departments to ensure the efficient operation of production activities;
• Preparing operational reports and analysing production data to support business decision-making; and
• Ensuring compliance with workplace health and safetypolicies and procedures.

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Proven ability and minimum 5 years’ relevant experience and a track record of success in achieving production targets.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to pivot to daily production demands that arise
• Demonstrated ability to develop work plans and achieve the goals of these work plans.
• Good with numbers: analysing cost per unit produced and input into Capital Expenditure that may reduce cost per unit.
• Relationship management skills with the ability to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• People manager, negotiator and all-round good person that will thrive working in a proactive team (must be a team player).
• Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
• Sound working knowledge of WH&S requirements.
• A current driver’s licence.

In return we offer you:

• An attractive remuneration package based upon relevant qualifications and experience, salary range between $90,000 to $110,000 per annum
• A passionate and energetic team culture.
• Become a part of a progressive, vibrant business.

More information:

For more information, please email [email protected]. To learn more about working with us, we encourage you to visit our website http://www.rombolafamilyfarms.com.au

Company Overview

The Rombola Family has been farming for over fifty years, since they arrived in Australia in the 1950s from Calabria, Italy. They were part of a large group of migrants who helped transform Australia’s Riverina and surrounding areas into a dynamic, enterprising agricultural region. Today, the Rombola Family Farm sits on over 4,000 hectares of premium horticultural land in New South Wales and the Northern Territory. The company employs more than 300 seasonal contract employees and supplies produce to all capital cities across Australia. The Rombola Family Farms brand is synonymous with quality, and our commitment to excellence has helped us become one of the leading suppliers of fresh produce in Australia under two flagship brands: Rombola Family Farms and Green Gro. Both brands are dedicated to providing high-quality, fresh produce to Australian consumers.