Hands-On Production Lead - Food Manufacturing

The Kitchen Food Company; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kitchen Food Company in Sydney is seeking experienced, hands-on Assistant Production Managers to lead a production team on our Riverwood site, offering morning or afternoon shifts. You will report to the Production Manager and oversee a team of food process operatives to meet planned schedules and KPIs.

Focus areas include daily supervision, staff development, on-the-job training, GMP and HACCP compliance, and accurate records.

Qualifications

• Background in food manufacturing or large-volume kitchen facility.
• GMP, HACCP and Food Safety practices knowledge.
• Certificate II in Food Processing (or working towards) preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams.
• Ability to give clear instructions and manage team performance.
• Ability to inspire and motivate the team to realise their potential.
• Strong work ethic and can-do attitude.
• Able to work in fast-paced production environment with changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Daily supervision and direction of a small production team under the Production Manager.
• Review staff performance and provide daily support.
• Coordinate on-the-job staff training and assessment.
• Oversee adherence to quality, safety and efficiencies to meet shift requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and report near misses and hazards.
• Maintain production records and GMP documentation.
• Organise work area and GMP standards across lines.
• Oversee raw materials and stock on production lines.
• Conduct physical stock verifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Motivation/inspiration

Education

Certificate II in Food Processing

Job description

The Kitchen Food Company in Sydney is seeking experienced, hands-on Assistant Production Managers to lead a production team on our Riverwood site, offering morning or afternoon shifts. You will report to the Production Manager and oversee a team of food process operatives to meet planned schedules and KPIs.

Focus areas include daily supervision, staff development, on-the-job training, GMP and HACCP compliance, and accurate records.