Group
Unit Group

1334 Manufacturers

Latest release
ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations
Reference period
2022

1334 Manufacturers

Manufacturers plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the operations of small manufacturing establishments.

Indicative Skill Level:

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).

Tasks Include:

  • 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

Occupation:

  • 133411 Manufacturer

133411 Manufacturer

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the operations of a small manufacturing establishment.

Skill Level: 1

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