Production Manager

A Production Manager oversees the production process within various industries, ensuring efficient and safe operations. Key responsibilities include planning and coordinating production schedules, managing staff, and enforcing quality control measures to meet product standards.

Production Managers collaborate with other departments to align production with market demand, monitor performance metrics, and implement improvements. This role is vital for achieving production targets and driving continuous enhancement in manufacturing environments.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a production manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended

Graduate Diploma in Engineering Management
On Campus
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Engineering Director
+ 1 more
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Diploma of Business (Operations)
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Vineyard Hand Vineyard Manager Technical Officer Production Manager Agribusiness Manager Research Assistant + 3 more
MEM60222

Advanced Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design
On Campus
24 months
$26,700
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Additional requirements may apply.
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+ 4 more
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Bachelor of Arts (Performing Arts)
Blended
3 years
$38,700 - $39,177
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Additional requirements may apply.
Production Manager Stage Manager Performance Artist
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+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Manager Stage Manager Performance Artist Theatre Manager Actor Choreographer + 3 more

Bachelor of Film and Television
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $102,240
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management
Blended, On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Manager Mining Supervisor Operations Manager
Production Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Manager Mining Supervisor Operations Manager Production Manager + 1 more
AMP50221

Diploma of Meat Processing
Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Meat Inspector Abattoir Supervisor Production Manager
Butcher Food Safety Officer Compliance Officer
+ 3 more
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Additional requirements may apply.
Meat Inspector Abattoir Supervisor Production Manager Butcher Food Safety Officer Compliance Officer + 3 more
ICP50120

Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts Business Management
On Campus
14 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Manager Business Manager Customer Service Manager
Operations Manager Account Manager Procurement Officer Sales Manager
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Manager Business Manager Customer Service Manager Operations Manager Account Manager Procurement Officer Sales Manager + 4 more
CUA40420

Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services
Blended, On Campus
4 - 12 months
$0 - $13,276
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Stage Manager Lighting Technician Sound Technician
Production Manager Props Assistant
+ 2 more
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Stage Manager Lighting Technician Sound Technician Production Manager Props Assistant + 2 more
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