Lead Production Engineer – Food Manufacturing

Grain & Bake Co.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Grain & Bake Co. in Melbourne is seeking a resident technical expert for three production areas: baking, mixers, and packaging. You will diagnose faults, optimize processes, and guide operators to maintain quality and safety standards.

You will design calibration routines, analyze performance data, and lead continuous improvement across multiple lines while collaborating with maintenance and quality teams in a state-of-the-art facility.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Food Technology or Project Management.
• At least 1 year in food manufacturing or similar environment.
• Experience troubleshooting across production lines.
• Experience leading a small production team.
• Familiarity with BRC AA, HACCP and food safety practices.
• Strong mechanical and process troubleshooting abilities.
• Knowledge of GMP, traceability and allergen controls.
• Valid driver's license and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end production optimization across baking, oven, and packaging.
• Design and calibrate production processes and machine settings.
• Analyze performance data to improve throughput and reduce waste.
• Investigate faults and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain operating procedures and maintenance schedules.
• Support new product development and trials with equipment setup.
• Monitor equipment performance including mixers, ovens, conveyors and wrappers.
• Ensure GMP and food safety compliance through control and validation.
• Provide training to operators to improve competency and safety.
• Contribute to safety initiatives and incident investigations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Process knowledge

GMP & HACCP literacy

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Food Technology degree

Project Management knowledge

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Grain & Bake Co. in Melbourne is seeking a resident technical expert for three production areas: baking, mixers, and packaging. You will diagnose faults, optimize processes, and guide operators to maintain quality and safety standards.

You will design calibration routines, analyze performance data, and lead continuous improvement across multiple lines while collaborating with maintenance and quality teams in a state-of-the-art facility.