Production Manager

Alaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy.

We are a global leader in high-quality piping and fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial, and agricultural applications.

Over 15,000 people work for us in more than 40 countries, with 80 manufacturing sites. 
 

Vinidex 

Vinidex, part of the Aliaxis group, has been setting the benchmark in pipeline systems and solutions for over six decades.

Our legacy spans building, infrastructure, agriculture, and civil sectors.

We make life flow with high-quality products that connect water, gas, and energy across Australia. 
 

We’re proud of our sustainability initiatives, reducing our carbon footprint while delivering the best solutions for our customers, and making a positive impact on our communities. 


* We Dare to challenge the status quo, innovate, and learn fast 



* We Care for the environment, our customers, and each other 



* We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions 

 

About the Role 

We are seeking a results-driven, achievement-focused Production Manager to lead our Moulding and Fabrication teams, at our Smithfield manufacturing site.

 
 

This is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment, where safety, quality, efficiency and continuous improvement will be vital to your success as you work on initiatives to drive best practice. 
 

In this role, you’ll be responsible for operational performance, team development, and promoting a culture of excellence across all shifts.

Strong leadership and relationship-building skills will be essential as you drive engagement and team alignment.  



* Champion a Zero Harm safety culture, ensuring compliance with Vinidex Pathways to Safe Work and ISO standards. 



* Lead, mentor and coach a 50+ team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. 



* Drive operational excellence through Lean and 5S principles, focusing on safety, quality, cost, and delivery. 



* Oversee production planning, shift handovers, tier meetings, and SAP reporting to ensure accurate and timely performance tracking. 



* Resolve complex manufacturing issues through root cause analysis and implement corrective actions. 



* Ensure SOPs are followed, and training is delivered to maintain high standards and reduce risk. 



* Collaborate with tooling, maintenance, and engineering teams to optimise equipment performance and reduce downtime. 



* Lead initiatives to improve recyclate usage, reduce scrap, and support new tooling and product development. 



* Build strong relationships across shifts and departments to ensure consistent messaging and team alignment. 

 

What You’ll Bring  


* Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical or Mechatronics preferred). 



* 3–5 years of leadership experience in a fast-moving he...