Production Manager - Salisbury South Complex

Job No: HC994

Location: Adelaide

Employment Status: Full-time

No. of Vacancies: 1

Closing Date: 3 Jul 2026 ACST

Established in 1915 and run by fourth generation Haigh’s family, Haigh’s Chocolates is the oldest family-owned chocolate maker in Australia. The company currently employs over 900 people across its retail and online stores, three factories, and head office, and will be expanding from 22 to 26 retail stores in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and Canberra by the end of 2026.

Haigh’s prides itself on being a chocolate ‘bean to bar’ specialist, committed to the art of premium chocolate making, roasting cocoa beans to create a unique blend of milk and dark chocolate. Haigh’s are the largest Australian importer of raw cocoa beans, ethically sourced from cocoa plantations around the world, using only the finest and freshest ingredients.

Through meticulous artisan skills that include handmade chocolate creation and finishing, combined with advanced manufacturing equipment and techniques, Haigh’s creates exquisite chocolates that look and taste delicious.

We’re seeking an experienced, people-focused Production Manager to join our site leadership team at our Salisbury South Complex. Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, this key leadership role is responsible for driving operational performance across safety, quality, efficiency, and people leadership while supporting the delivery of best-practice manufacturing systems and continuous improvement initiatives.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Demonstrated experience in a Production Manager or similar manufacturing leadership role
Strong people leadership skills, with experience developing leaders and coaching high-performing teams
A proven ability to drive operational excellence across safety, quality, productivity and cost performance
Experience in workforce planning, labour forecasting and resource management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a continuous improvement mindset
Sound knowledge of WHS, food safety and quality standards within a manufacturing environment
The ability to build strong working relationships across multiple stakeholder groups
Excellent communication, coaching and influencing skills
A commitment to fostering an engaged, accountable and values-driven culture

What’s in it for you?

A permanent full-time position, part of our 111-year legacy, while also contributing to a forward-looking, dynamic environment
Enjoy the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative processes as we continue to expand into our Salisbury South facility
Access to our rewards program offering great discount to various providers, including travel, retail, grocery and F&B outlets
Access to our well-being program, which includes annual flu vaccinations, health checks and counselling support
Modern breakout spaces, a wellness room with massage chairs, games table and exercise equipment & free on-site parking
Thrive in a supportive team atmosphere where everyone's contributions are valued and celebrated. Plus, who can resist working with chocolate?

Haigh's believes that by valuing differences in backgrounds, cultures, abilities and experiences, that our work environment will be free from bias and prejudice. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for those with disability to provide a positive barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

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