Factory Manager

Factory Manager | Metroll Lismore

Lead the team. Lift standards. Keep production moving.

Metroll Lismore is looking for a hands-on Factory Manager to lead our factory operations, support our people and keep production running safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

This is more than a production role. You’ll be the vital link between the office, factory and transport teams, making sure everyone is working together to deliver quality products and meet customer expectations.

We’re looking for a practical leader who takes ownership, builds team morale and knows how to turn daily challenges into better results.

What you’ll be doing

• Oversee day-to-day factory operations and production schedules
• Lead from the floor, setting clear expectations and driving high standards
• Build team morale, accountability and a positive workplace culture
• Coordinate closely with the office and transport teams to keep orders moving
• Ensure production targets, quality standards and delivery deadlines are met
• Monitor inventory, stock usage, waste and rework, taking action to minimise losses
• Identify production issues and implement practical solutions
• Improve workflow, productivity and the use of labour and materials
• Maintain strong workplace health and safety standards
• Ensure equipment, work areas and processes are maintained to a high standard
• Communicate production priorities, delays and issues across the business
• Track performance and drive continuous improvement across factory operations

About you

You’re a hands-on leader who enjoys being on the factory floor, working alongside your team and making sure things get done properly.

You’ll bring:

• Experience in factory management, production supervision or manufacturing leadership
• Strong people leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team
• A practical approach to improving production standards and performance
• Experience managing workflow, inventory, waste and rework
• A strong understanding of workplace health and safety
• Good planning, organisation and problem-solving skills
• Clear communication and the ability to coordinate across different teams
• A strong sense of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement

Experience in steel manufacturing, roll forming or building products will be highly regarded.

Why join Metroll?

• Join an established Australian business
• Take ownership of factory performance and team culture
• Make a real impact on production, quality and efficiency
• Work closely with office, factory and transport teams
• Be part of a practical, team-focused environment
• Build a long-term career with Metroll

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re a manufacturing leader who can bring people together, drive standards and keep production running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join the Metroll Lismore team.

Metroll is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities.
Prospective candidates will be required to provide proof of legal work rights and may be required to undertake relevant, role-appropriate pre-employment screening.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at any stage, please let us know.