PRODUCTION MANAGER

Add expected salary to your profile for insights Welding Solutions is the industry leader in turnkey solutions, specialising in the manufacturing and sales of water carts and tipper trucks, renowned for exceptional quality, innovative products, and outstanding customer service. Our commitment to excellent customer service is backed by a robust parts supply network, ensuring our customers stay fully operational and mobile at all times. Our customers include Australia’s largest Mining, Civil and Plant Hire customers serviced from our dedicated production and parts supply facility located in Bibra Lake. As a family‑owned business established in 2006 with a very strong brand and a growing customer base, we’re now embarking on the next stage of our growth and improvement journey and require additional motivated team members to help make that happen. Joining us provides an opportunity to work in a highly regarded and rapidly expanding business as a key new member of a proactive team, focused on promoting the Welding Solutions brand, further improving process efficiency and focused on constantly trying to do all things better through continuous improvement. Our Production Manager – Truck Body Builder has a pivotal role in our business, you’ll oversee the day‑to‑day operations of our production and manufacturing workshop, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety at every step. You’ll lead a team and drive continuous improvement and collaborate closely with team to deliver on production schedules. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management Supervise and coordinate daily activities of truck body builders, welders, and assembly teams. Plan and allocate resources to meet production schedules and output targets. Provide training, coaching, and performance management to staff. Production Oversight Ensure truck bodies are fabricated and assembled according to technical drawings and specifications. Monitor workflow, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements. Maintain high standards of quality control and compliance with industry regulations. Safety & Compliance Enforce workplace health and safety policies. Conduct regular inspections to ensure safe use of tools, machinery, and equipment. Ensure compliance with vehicle safety standards and company procedures. Drive lean manufacturing practices and efficiency initiatives. Collaborate with engineering and design teams to optimise production methods. Implement cost‑saving measures without compromising quality. Reporting & Communication Prepare production reports, KPIs, and performance metrics for senior management. Liaise with suppliers, customers, and other departments to ensure smooth operations. Communicate effectively across teams to align goals and resolve issues. Skills & Qualifications Proven experience in truck body building, automotive manufacturing, or heavy vehicle production. Strong leadership and team management skills. Knowledge of fabrication, welding, and assembly processes. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and production schedules. Excellent problem‑solving and organisational abilities. Familiarity with lean manufacturing, quality assurance, and safety standards. Trade qualification or degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related field (preferred) Workshop/factory‑based role with exposure to machinery, noise, and heavy materials. Fast‑paced production environment with structured shifts and deadlines. Requires use of PPE and adherence to strict safety protocols. Why Join Us Leadership role in a growing manufacturing business. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to shape production processes and drive innovation. Work with a supportive team delivering high‑quality vehicles for diverse industries. Have a look at what we do For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact General Manager Perry Fulton on . We are not engaging external recruiters for this position Application Questions Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years’ experience do you have as a production manager? Do you have experience performing automotive services on heavy vehicles (e.g. trucks, agricultural vehicles)? Do you have professional welding experience? Have you completed a qualification in engineering? Which of the following forklift licences do you have? What’s your expected annual base salary? Do you have a heavy vehicle driver’s licence? #J-18808-Ljbffr