Packing Supervisor

Waverley Social Enterprises; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive culture

Learning & development opportunities

Competitive remuneration in disability

Salary packaging benefits

Job summary

Waverley Social Enterprises is seeking a hands-on Packing Supervisor to lead a small production team, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality output on the production line.

You will train and develop team members while maintaining production records and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership, communication across teams, and a commitment to safety are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in production or manufacturing environments.
• Strong leadership with a hands-on, supportive approach.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability to train, guide and motivate a diverse workforce.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production line setup and ensure clear job requirements are met.
• Monitor and optimise line performance to improve efficiency and output.
• Conduct quality checks and address product or process issues.
• Provide on-the-job training and upskilling aligned to capabilities and plans.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Collaborate with mentors to address barriers and support team performance.

Skills

Production experience

Leadership

Safety focused

Quality orientation

Training capability

Job description

Waverley Social Enterprises is a profit-for-purpose organisation delivering high-quality commercial services while creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities. We provide packing, assembly, catering, grounds maintenance and on-site labour services to a wide range of well-known businesses.

We employ people of all abilities. While many of our team members are people with disability, this role is open to applicants of all abilities, and we hire based on skills, values and attitude.

Experience working with people with disabilities is highly preferred for this position.

Our work is guided by our values of Safety, Trust, Respect, Inclusion, Voice and Empowerment, which shape how we support our people and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients.

About the Role

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment? We’re looking for a Packing Supervisor to lead a small team and drive safe, efficient, and high-quality output on the production line. This is a practical, people-focused role where you’ll support and develop team members while ensuring operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

Coordinate production line setup, ensuring job requirements are clear and met

Monitor and optimise line performance to improve efficiency and output

Conduct quality checks and address any product or process issues

Provide on-the-job training and upskilling aligned to individual capabilities and plans

Maintain accurate production records and documentation

Partner with Support Mentors to address barriers and support team performance

About You

Proven experience in a production or manufacturing environment

Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, supportive approach

Focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Ability to train, guide, and motivate a diverse workforce

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Confident communicator who works well across teams

Why Work at Waverley?

At Waverley Social Enterprises, you will be part of a workplace that values teamwork, inclusion, and community. We believe work should be rewarding and enjoyable and we celebrate the individuality of every team member.

What We offer

• A supportive and inclusive culture where you can feel connected and valued
• Learning and development opportunities to help reach your personal goals
• Competitive remuneration within the disability sector
• Access to full salary packaging benefits

Please note:

To be considered, you must have valid working rights to Work in Australia. Employment offers are also subject to a successful NDIS Clearance check.

If you have any further questions regarding this role, please feel free to email***********@wavind.org.