Food Production Lead - Afternoon Shift

Fuse Recruitment; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fuse Recruitment is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to join a food manufacturing business in North Brisbane on afternoon shift. This hands-on leadership role oversees daily production, drives team performance and ensures production targets, food safety and quality standards are consistently met.

The role requires 3–5 years’ supervisory experience in food manufacturing with strong HACCP and GMP knowledge, and a proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ supervisory experience in food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of food production processes, HACCP and GMP requirements.
• Hands-on leadership style with ability to coach, support and hold team members accountable.
• Focus on workplace safety, product quality and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring targets, line speeds and staffing levels meet operational requirements.
• Lead, coach and support production team members, providing clear direction and accountability for performance.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, workplace safety requirements and company procedures.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, food safety and product quality across the production floor.
• Monitor production performance, update dashboards hourly and ensure paperwork is completed accurately and on time.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste and minimise downtime.
• Identify and elevate safety hazards, quality concerns and production issues promptly.
• Foster a positive team culture focused on safety, quality, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

HACCP knowledge

GMP knowledge

Safety awareness

Quality focus

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Team management

Job description

Fuse Recruitment is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to join a food manufacturing business in North Brisbane on afternoon shift. This hands-on leadership role oversees daily production, drives team performance and ensures production targets, food safety and quality standards are consistently met.

The role requires 3–5 years’ supervisory experience in food manufacturing with strong HACCP and GMP knowledge, and a proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement.