Manufacturers
Unit Group
ANZSCO CODE - 1334

In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

• identifying business opportunities, devising new manufacturing processes and determining products to be manufactured
• developing business plans and implementing operational, marketing, human resource and pricing procedures
• researching and implementing regulatory and statutory requirements affecting manufacturing operations and the environment
• directing the activities of production, warehouse, distribution and other operating units
• maintaining quality control systems for manufacturing, waste disposal, delivery and other procedures
• coordinating orders for raw materials, supplies and equipment, and arranging packaging, delivery and wholesaling of products
• overseeing the coordination of after-sales service
• overseeing the provision of quotes for the manufacture of specialised goods and arranging contracts with customers
• may devise and oversee the implementation of production run schedules