Manufacturing Manager

About Krispy Kreme

At Krispy Kreme, we don't just make doughnuts - we create moments of joy. Since opening our first store in 2003, we have been spreading smiles across Australia and New Zealand with our handcrafted, melt-in-your-mouth treats.

About the Role

Ready to lead the operation behind our iconic doughnuts? As a Manufacturing Manager, you'll be responsible for leading our manufacturing facility, ensuring our people, processes and products consistently deliver the quality and experience Krispy Kreme is known for.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive operational excellence, develop high-performing teams and create a culture built on safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

What are you responsible for?

• Leading manufacturing and packing operations to achieve operational objectives
• Building and developing high-performing leaders and teams
• Driving a strong culture of safety, quality and food safety compliance
• Managing labour, productivity and operational costs
• Monitoring site performance and delivering continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensuring products are produced and delivered on time and to Krispy Kreme standards
• Supporting workforce planning, succession planning and team development
• Partnering with internal stakeholders to achieve business goals

What's In It For You?

• The opportunity to lead a critical function within an iconic global brand
• A supportive environment where your ideas and leadership can make an impact
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• The chance to build and develop high-performing teams
• Product discounts and access to a range of employee benefitsA culture that values collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.

The Sweet Ingredients For Success

• Around 5+ years' experience in a manufacturing leadership role, ideally within food manufacturing, FMCG or a similar environment
• Proven experience leading large operational teams and delivering strong safety, quality and productivity outcomes
• A track record of developing leaders, building team capability and fostering a positive workplace culture
• Strong commercial acumen, including experience managing labour, productivity and operational costs
• Sound understanding of food safety, quality and workplace safety requirements
• A continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities and drive meaningful change
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the business

Why Join Us?

At Krispy Kreme, you're not just taking on a leadership role - you're helping shape the future of an iconic brand. Join a team that's passionate about creating joy, supporting one another and delivering excellence every day.