Manufacturing Production Manager

Production Manager – Join Our Award-Winning Cocktail Crew!

Who We Are

At Curatif, we don't just make cocktails, we craft world-class drinking experiences in a can! Our mission? To bring the bar to wherever you are. We're an internationally awarded, Melbourne-based crew of cocktail lovers, quality fanatics, and production pros who take our craft very seriously, but not ourselves!

We believe in great drinks, great people, and great vibes. If you want to be part of a team that values innovation, teamwork, and top-tier quality, then read on!

What's the Gig?

We're on the hunt for a Production Manager to lead the charge at our Port Melbourne manufacturing facility. This isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to be part of something truly special. If you're a detail-obsessed, quality-driven, get-stuff-done kind of person, this role is calling your name!

What You'll Be Doing (aka Your Superpowers)

• Owning the packaging process, keeping everything running like a well-oiled machine under the guidance of our Production Manager.
• Leading & motivating our Packing Team to smash daily production goals.
• Operating and maintaining packaging equipment, because smooth machines = smooth drinks!
• Making sure every can is perfect, running daily quality checks like a pro, including seam tear downs and inspections on our canning lines.
• Keeping it clean & safe, handling Clean-in-Place (CIP) tasks, warehousing, and logistics like a boss.
• Getting hands-on, carrying out routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting with little to no supervision, keeping downtime to a minimum.
• Championing quality control, maintaining strict, accurate quality records across every batch and run, so we can always trace and trust what's in the can.
• Being a team player, working with the Production Manager to keep things on schedule and running seamlessly.

The Technical Bits (aka Your Toolkit)

• Hands-on experience with 8 head, single roller turret filler/seamer machines.
• Comfortable filling bag-in-keg, plastic kegs, pouch bags, and 1000L liquid bladders.
• Experience making large coffee batches (600L+), keeping quality and consistency spot on batch after batch.
• Experience blending RTD cocktails using real juices, spirits, and syrups, keeping every batch tasting on-point.
• Can filter and dilute spirits to spec, with a solid grasp of the process behind both.
• Working knowledge of high-level math functions across batching, dilution, and quality calculations.
• Confident using quality instrumentation such as the Anton Paar M model and the Apera DO8500 portable optical dissolved oxygen meter.
• You're handy with a spanner — and know your way around micrometers and calipers for precision checks.
• Machine fitting experience, plus can use and maintain diaphragm pumps, centrifugal pumps, air compressors, and reefer storage units.
• Able to operate a walkie stacker and a depalletiser as part of everyday warehouse operations.

Quality & Compliance

• You're the owner of our retention program, who takes ownership of testing schedules and keeps meticulous, audit-ready records.
• You've worked in a HACCP-accredited facility, understanding what it takes to keep a food-safe production line running to spec.
• You've completed and maintained a HACCP program, from documentation through to day-to-day compliance.

What We're Looking For (aka You, Hopefully!)

• Must hold an IBD General certificate in Packaging, or similar
• A detail-obsessed, quality-driven legend who takes pride in their work.
• A natural leader who knows how to get the best out of a team.
• At least 2 years experience in a similar leadership role.
• At least 5 years of experience in the beverage canning industry
• Canning line experience is a must
• Must have blending experience
• A quick-thinking, adaptable problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• A lifelong learner who's always up for a challenge and looking to grow.
• Someone who loves a well-crafted cocktail (hey, it doesn't hurt!).

Why You'll Love It Here

• Be part of an award-winning, fast-growing brand shaking things up in the beverage industry.
• Work with a fun, passionate, and supportive team that values creativity and collaboration.
• Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge packaging tech.
• Celebrate wins, big and small — because life's too short not to raise a glass!

The Fine Print

• Location: Port Melbourne, VIC
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: Based on experience & skills
• Must have the right to live and work in Australia

Ready to Join the Fun?

If this sounds like your kind of gig, don't wait! Send your CV + a quick cover letter telling us why you'd be the perfect fit to: heath.mcveigh@curatif.com

Cheers to the next great hire — maybe it's you!

Pay: From $79,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person