This well-established manufacturing business operates a large-scale, high-volume dairy processing facility in Melbourne’s western suburbs. Running across a 24-hour, 5-day operation, the site is known for its robust production output, strong engineering capability, and a collaborative, team-driven culture.
With continued growth and a focus on operational excellence, a key opportunity has become available within the site’s maintenance function.
The Role
This position will work closely alongside an Industrial Services Engineer and the wider maintenance and engineering team, playing a critical role in ensuring effective inventory control and maintenance support across site.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing technical parts inventory, including min/max levels, replenishment, and lead times
- Supporting and contributing to TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) initiatives across site
- Coordinating with engineers, trades, and production teams to support maintenance execution
- Creating visibility and control over spare parts availability for planned and unplanned work
- Overseeing vendor and supplier relationships to ensure timely supply of critical components
- Supporting work order processes, including parts allocation and readiness for maintenance tasks
- Driving improvements in inventory accuracy, reliability, and warehouse efficiency
- Supporting maintenance planning activities through strong coordination and communication
To be successful, you will bring:
- Experience within high-volume manufacturing (food/dairy highly regarded)
- Strong background in inventory control, spare parts management, or maintenance support
- Exposure to TPM or continuous improvement environments
- Experience working closely with engineering and maintenance teams
- Strong vendor and supplier management capability
- Solid understanding of inventory systems, replenishment processes, and lead time management
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/5 production environment
- Strong attention to detail with a proactive, hands-on mindset
- Competitive salary aligned to experience
- Stable, site-based role (Monday–Friday) within a critical manufacturing operation
- Opportunity to work within a highly skilled engineering and maintenance team
- Clear development pathway within a large-scale production environment
- Strong exposure to high-volume dairy manufacturing operations
Please call Eugene Lane-Mullins on 0435 914 485 or email e.lane-mullins@aspectpersonnel.com.au to discuss this role or any other opportunities in more detail.
