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A Food Production Manager oversees the manufacturing of food and drink products at a processing facility. You’ll ensure production targets are met and food safety standards are adhered to. Food Production Managers may check quality standards and make sure products are packaged and transported appropriately. Food Production Managers might deal with contamination or safety issues if they arise.
Food Production Managers should have strong leadership skills and be able to communicate well with staff and clients. It’s important that you are organised and can handle several tasks at one time. Food Production Managers should have a thorough knowledge of food safety standards and must be able to draw on their problem solving skills when required.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Food Production Manager.
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If you work at an Australian food processing facility and want to step up to team leader or supervisor, try the FBP40321 Certificate IV in Food Processing. This nationally recognised qualification is suitable for all food industries (grains, baking, confectionary, beverages, dairy, fruit and veg) and is for people who already have real experience in the workplace. The course covers: supervising and maintaining a food safety plan, dealing with food contamination and spoilage, scheduling and managing food production, carrying out food safety audits, communicating as a team leader. Enquire now for the full list of study units and the next available training dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
Launch your career in food production and manufacturing with the FBP40421 Certificate IV in Food Science and Technology. This nationally recognised qualification delivers a mix of leadership and technical skills, developing your knowledge of the food industry and priming you for the next supervisor’s role. The course covers: WHS in food production workplaces, lab testing and microbiological procedures, principles of nutrition, food safety plans, contamination and spoilage, food safety compliance, and much more. You can also choose electives that support a career specialisation in food safety auditing. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, food industry career outcomes, and training providers in your region that deliver this qualification..
In Australia, a full time Food Production Manager generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has increased over the last five years. There are currently 30,400 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Food Production Manager. Food Production Managers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly in larger towns and cities where processing facilities are located.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as a Food Production Manager, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Food Processing. You’ll learn to supervise and maintain a food safety plan and deal with contamination and spoilage. This course covers topics such as scheduling and managing food production and food safety audits.
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Here are some potential career pathways within food processing. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Food Processing
Food Process Worker
$1,050 weekly pay
Food Production Worker
Food Technologist
$1,150 weekly pay
Food Production Manager
$1,250 weekly pay
Food Production Supervisor
Food Safety Officer
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