Manufacturing Production Manager - Benalla

• Step up to join the World's Most Sustainable Company!
• Rare leadership opportunity, niche manufacturing environment
• Benalla, Victoria - rewarding salary package + bonus + benefits!

About Us



Schneider Electric is a global energy technology leader, driving efficiency and sustainability by electrifying, automating, and digitalizing industries, businesses, and homes. Its technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids to operate as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing performance, resilience, and sustainability. The portfolio includes intelligent devices, software-defined architectures, AI-powered systems, digital services, and expert advisory. With 160,000 employees and 1 million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric is consistently ranked among the world's most sustainable companies.

In 2025 we were named in Australia's top 101 workplaces for women by WORK180 and we were also recognised as the World's Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025 by Corporate Knights. We are a truly global organisation, with Group Revenue of 40 billion in 2025 and 150,000+ employees spread across 100+ countries.


The Opportunity

Our Benalla manufacturing site, located in regional Victoria just 2.5 hours north of Melbourne's CBD, is a cornerstone of our Australian operations. As a proud local manufacturer, the plant delivers advanced energy and automation digital solutions for efficiency and sustainability, specialising in Transformers, Kiosks and Switchgear. Benalla stands as a testament to our commitment to innovation, quality engineering and regional economic growth.

We are currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Production Manager to join our close-knit team and lead our unique operations. We are passionate about manufacturing and focus on engineered to order products that meet our unique customer requirements. We look forward to you taking on this pivotal leadership role as you leverage your proven skills and experience with the World's Most Sustainable Company.

With a focus on production outcomes, strong people leadership and playing a central role in the cultivation of our customer-centric team culture, you will be ready to deploy your passion for manufacturing as you utilise your proven experience and make an Impact. This is a rarely available career opportunity as you enjoy the benefits of a regional lifestyle, all the tools to succeed and all the benefits you'd expect from a truly global organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee production and other related manufacturing processes as you maintain a high-performing culture that ensures safe, efficient and high-quality operations
• People leadership with direct responsibilities in relation to; training, ongoing development, mentoring and ensuring our workforce meets both current and future needs
• Collaborate with various specialist teams to ensure that our efforts are aligned and that we are focused on delivering outcomes that meet niche Customer requirements
• Monitor performance metrics, identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance production quality, throughput and operational excellence
• Ensure an inclusive workplace culture that promotes our Values and supports our global framework in relation to Health, Safety and Environment
• Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with internal processes, standard operating procedures and other compliance requirements

About You

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and someone who thrives in a hands-on setting where you have achieved similar production outcomes
• Natural problem solver who enjoys all things technical - you move at pace to diagnose issues, and implement practical solutions that support the business to achieve its strategic objectives
• Collaboration is a strength and you can demonstrate a history of working closely with key stakeholders, both within your teams and across the broader organisation
• Experienced when it comes to continuous improvement, Lean principles or process optimisation, with a history of achieving tangible results
• Those with a relevant tertiary qualification or a background in a similar environment (electrical or other specialist products) will be viewed favourably

All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for Interview.

Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Schneider Electric and no fee will be payable.

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Benefits of Working for Schneider Electric

The list is long but importantly we offer a competitive salary package, access to our employee share plan and salary continuance insurance. Beyond this we have a truly flexible work environment with opportunities to work remotely, on-site at customer locations or in our SMART Macquarie Park office facility, including an on-site gym, FREE parking and EV charging facilities.

Additionally, we offer all our employees a chance to build your career within our global organisation. With our game changing 'Career Hub' you have the opportunity to; work on global projects, explore future roles or establish a mentorship to grow your skills. The opportunities are at your fingertips.

• Flex@Work - a proactive, supportive and inclusive approach to flexible work options
• FREE access to Coursera - online University to support your ongoing development
• Fitness Passport - focus on your health and wellbeing
• Share program with the option to participate and receive discounts and contributions
• Annual Leave purchasing options to ensure you have flexibility in your downtime
• Discounts at major vendors such as; Clipsal, JB-HiFi and Hoyts just to name a few through our employee rewards schemes
• Ongoing training and development on an expanding portfolio of Schneider products
• Join the World's Most Sustainable Company and known as a market leader
• Named as one of Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2026
• Be part of an organisation that lives it's Values through Care and Inclusion

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Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!

36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

Client-provided location(s): Wangaratta, Australia

Job ID: Schneider_Electric-https://careers.se.com/jobs/112103?lang=en-us

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-03-24T18:59:25