Early-Shift Production Supervisor - Seafood, Growth Path

Sharp and Carter; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable hours

Career progression

Competitive salary

Job summary

Sharp and Carter in Brisbane is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead the early shift at a busy seafood packing facility. You will supervise around 12 people across manual packing tables and the value-add room, ensuring HACCP and product specs are met.

The role is fast-paced, requiring proactive planning and the ability to stay ahead of the plan. You’ll work 4:00am–midday, with opportunities for progression toward Production Manager and a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety protocols.
• Able to lead a team in a cold, wet environment.
• Willing to start early and work 4:00am shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare production lines ahead of shift start, including raw materials, packaging and pre-op cleaning requirements
• Lead, coach and mentor a mixed permanent and labour hire team
• Onboard new starters, address underperformance and support performance reviews
• Review the next day's production plan, anticipate issues and reprioritise when delays occur
• Partner with Quality to meet HACCP and product requirements
• Carry out first-line troubleshooting with operators and escalate to the on-site maintenance technician when needed
• Cover other supervisor shifts occasionally when required

Job description

Sharp and Carter in Brisbane is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead the early shift at a busy seafood packing facility. You will supervise around 12 people across manual packing tables and the value-add room, ensuring HACCP and product specs are met.

The role is fast-paced, requiring proactive planning and the ability to stay ahead of the plan. You’ll work 4:00am–midday, with opportunities for progression toward Production Manager and a competitive salary package.