Dry Goods Leading Hand

Chandler Macleod; Griffith City; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Baiada, a leading poultry producer, is seeking a Dry Goods Leading Hand via Chandler Macleod to support daily operations at their processing plant. Immediate start with full-time hours; $35.02 per hour plus allowances and penalties, with a strong path to permanency.

As Dry Goods Leading Hand, you will lead the dry goods team, allocate tasks, manage stock rotations, and ensure a safe, efficient work environment while complying with WHS and company policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse, production or manufacturing environment.
• Good computer skills and confidence using stock/admin systems.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and lead others.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety and following workplace procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Dry Goods team to ensure daily operations run smoothly.
• Allocate tasks and provide guidance to team members.
• Ensure stock is available, rotated correctly and stored in the right locations.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with stock control activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised work area.
• Follow company policies, procedures and WHS requirements.
• Communicate effectively with Supervisors and other departments.
• Assist with training, coaching and supporting team members.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Stock/admin systems

Communication skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Safety adherence

Stock management software

Tools

Stock management software

Job description

Chandler Macleod is seeking a reliable and hardworking Dry goods leading hand to support operations at Baiada’s processing plant.

• Immediate start | Full-time hours
• $35.02 + Allowances & penalties
• Opportunity to transition to permanent

About the client

Passionate about producing premium quality poultry products through the Lilydale Free Range and Steggles brands, our client Baiada have been bringing Australian families together at the dinner table since 1919.

Delivering fresh poultry to local retailers and value-adding products to Quick Service Restaurants and food service customers, Baiada are leading the way in the industry through innovation and setting high standards around process and efficiency, delivering millions of high-quality products every year.

About the role

As a Dry Goods Leading Hand, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operation of the Dry Goods area and leading the team to meet production and operational requirements. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supporting the Dry Goods team to ensure daily operations run smoothly
• Allocating tasks and providing guidance to team members
• Ensuring stock is available, rotated correctly, and stored in the correct locations
• Monitoring stock levels and assisting with stock control activities
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised work area
• Following company policies, procedures, and WHS requirements
• Communicating effectively with Supervisors and other departments
• Assisting with training, coaching, and supporting team members

About you

You’re a proactive and hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and leads by example. You’ll bring:

• Experience in a warehouse, production, or manufacturing environment (advantageous)
• Good computer skills and confidence using systems for stock/admin tasks
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and lead others
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to safety and following workplace procedures