Operations / Production Manager Meat Processing & Wholesale Business – Adelaide We are a growing meat wholesale and processing business based in Adelaide, supplying retail, hospitality and foodservice customers across South Australia. We are looking for a hands-on Operations / Production Manager to take ownership of day-to-day production, labour coordination, workflow discipline and operational execution. This is not a desk-only management role. We need someone who: can lead from the front, handle pressure, manage people firmly and fairly, improve systems, and create operational structure in a fast-moving environment. You will be responsible for: Managing daily production operations Staff supervision and labour allocation Production planning and workflow coordination Order fulfilment accuracy Quality control and food safety compliance Reducing waste and improving efficiency Managing production issues and operational bottlenecks Daily reporting to directors Driving accountability and discipline on the floor Assisting with SOP implementation and process improvement You will work closely with ownership but will be expected to take real operational responsibility. Essential: Experience in meat processing, food manufacturing, wholesale, FMCG or similar production environments Previous leadership or management experience Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to manage staff and maintain standards under pressure Practical problem-solving ability Strong sense of accountability and ownership Understanding of production efficiency, labour management and workflow systems Highly regarded: Meat industry experience Food safety / HACCP knowledge Experience managing multicultural teams Experience improving systems and operational processes This Role Is NOT Suitable For Someone Who: avoids difficult conversations, needs constant direction, struggles with fast-paced environments, or prefers purely administrative management. We are looking for someone proactive, resilient and operationally strong. What We Offer Long-term growth opportunity Leadership role with real influence Stable and growing business Supportive ownership team Opportunity to help shape systems and operational structure Competitive salary based on experience Location: Wingfield area, South Australia. Applicants must hold a valid Australian visa with full working rights. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
