Production Leader

About Us:  

DuluxGroup is a leading marketer and manufacturer of premium brands that help people create better spaces to live and work. With a heritage of over 100 years, we’re home to trusted names like Dulux, Selleys, Yates, Cabot’s, and B&D, delivering products across paints, coatings, adhesives, garden care, and home improvement. As part of Nippon Paint Holdings, we combine global scale with strong local roots, driven by innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our customers.  

Our Group Functions cover Supply Chain, Sales Capability, Finance, People & Culture, IT & Digital, and Legal are an integral part of our Business Units that enable growth and operational excellence. They provide the insights, technology, and expertise that keep our businesses agile and future ready. Joining DuluxGroup means contributing to iconic brands, working in a collaborative culture, and enjoying opportunities for career growth and flexibility. 

What You’ll Be Doing:   

As a Production Leader at our Merrifield site, you will empower high-performing teams to safely and efficiently deliver production outcomes in a highly automated environment. You will play a pivotal role in enabling your team to succeed by ensuring they have the right resources, coaching, and leadership support.

With a strong focus on safety, quality, and cost, you will foster a culture of continuous improvement, guiding team-based problem solving and driving impactful operational enhancements. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a people-centric environment and is motivated to run the business as if it were their own, contributing to long-term growth and innovation.

Our Benefits:  

• Up to $1,000 net annually to cover private health extras gap costs  
• Exclusive discounts on DuluxGroup products and partner offers  
• Stay active anytime, anywhere through our partnership with Fitness Passport  
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks partner leave from day one  
• Market leading learning, development and career pathways  
• Access to our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support 

What We’re Looking for:   

We are looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates strong leadership, able to motivate, coach, and influence teams to achieve performance outcomes
• Has a proactive, hands-on approach, confidently stepping in to support operations and solve problems in real time
• Brings solid problem-solving and analytical skills, with experience driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Is highly process-oriented, with attention to detail and the ability to develop and implement standard operating procedures
• Communicates effectively, builds strong relationships, and contributes positively to a collaborative, safety-first culture

Why Join Us?  

Progressing your career with the DuluxGroup means being part of a network of over 8000 employees globally who believe in our purpose to ‘Imagine a Better Place’  

With origins dating back to 1918, we are a leading marketer and manufacturer of iconic brands such as Dulux, Selleys, Cabots, Yates and B&D to name a few.   

By joining us, you will be a part of a long-term strategy to deliver profitable growth through brand leadership, innovation and customer intimacy. We are committed to internal mobility and growth while fostering an inclusive culture with flexible work options.  

If this sounds like an environment you would like to be a part of, please apply online!