Afternoon Shift Production Leader

Autopacific Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Autopacific Group in Keysborough, VIC is seeking an experienced Afternoon Shift Supervisor to lead the finishing area, including the paint line and other production cells. You will ensure the afternoon shift runs safely, efficiently and on schedule, coordinating with the morning shift for priorities and handover.

The role focuses on developing team capability, maintaining timely production reports, and fostering a safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising or leading a production team within a manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to safety, continuous improvement and achieving customer expectations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, numeracy and data-entry capability.
• Experience using ERP or production systems, with knowledge of Syteline highly regarded.
• Working knowledge and practical understanding of occupational health and safety requirements.
• The ability to plan, prioritise and respond effectively to changing operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor workflow, productivity and KPIs to ensure production targets remains on track.
• Coordinate shift priorities, schedules, backlog and expected completion times.
• Conduct daily/weekly toolbox meetings covering safety, operational updates and team feedback.
• Support the onboarding, training and performance development of team members.
• Ensure production reports and system information are completed accurately and on time including timesheets etc
• Liaise with Planning, Customer Service, Quality, Engineering and Management to resolve issues and maintain visibility of production status.
• Promote a safe, positive and accountable workplace culture.
• Identify and drive opportunities for continuous improvement, cost efficiency and improved production outcomes.

Skills

Excellent communication and interc

Strong attention to detail

Data-entry capability

Planning and prioritisation

Safety-conscious mindset

Tools

Syteline

Job description

Autopacific Group in Keysborough, VIC is seeking an experienced Afternoon Shift Supervisor to lead the finishing area, including the paint line and other production cells. You will ensure the afternoon shift runs safely, efficiently and on schedule, coordinating with the morning shift for priorities and handover.

The role focuses on developing team capability, maintaining timely production reports, and fostering a safety-first culture.