Poultry Production Lead: Safety, Quality & Efficiency

Hazeldenes; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hazeldenes in Bendigo, Victoria seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee daily poultry processing operations, directing staff to meet efficiency, quality, and safety targets. You will enforce SOPs, HACCP, GMPs, and OH&S policies while driving continuous improvement and cost control.

Collaboration with QA, Maintenance, and HR ensures regulatory compliance and high food safety standards. The role focuses on optimizing production schedules, maintaining documentation, and fostering a safety-first

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities to meet operational targets, including efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, HACCP, and GMPs.
• Implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Identify, recommend, and implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Monitor and control production schedules, adjusting resources as needed to meet demand fluctuations.
• Ensure accurate documentation of production data, including efficiency, downtime, and quality control records.
• Maintain strict adherence to HACCP, GMP, and food safety regulations to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify and address quality or safety concerns proactively.
• Work closely with the QA team to address customer complaints, product non-conformities, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure proper sanitation and hygiene practices are followed at all times in production areas.
• Enforce compliance with all workplace safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement hazard control measures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Lead investigations into workplace incidents, identifying root causes and implementing preventive actions.
• Collaborate with the OH&S Manager to promote a strong safety culture and reduce workplace injuries.
• Optimize labor, materials, and equipment usage to improve cost efficiency.
• Monitor and control production-related costs, identifying opportunities to reduce expenses while maintaining quality.
• Ensure proper inventory management of raw materials and packaging supplies.

Job description

Hazeldenes in Bendigo, Victoria seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee daily poultry processing operations, directing staff to meet efficiency, quality, and safety targets. You will enforce SOPs, HACCP, GMPs, and OH&S policies while driving continuous improvement and cost control.

Collaboration with QA, Maintenance, and HR ensures regulatory compliance and high food safety standards. The role focuses on optimizing production schedules, maintaining documentation, and fostering a safety-first