Production 2IC - Gatton

Maverick Bio; Gatton; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Maverick Bio, a practical leadership role, seeks a hands-on Production 2IC to support our on-floor teams in a livestock processing environment. You will coordinate daily production activities, mentor staff, and help drive safe, efficient operations while staying engaged on the floor with operators.

Join a down-to-earth team focused on real-world impact, with early starts and four days per week, contributing to growth of an Australian business and its long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader with ability to mentor and support production team.
• Calm under pressure, able to keep production moving.
• Reliable, punctual, and highly organized in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day production activities alongside the team.
• Lead by example, working directly with operators to meet production targets.
• Help manage workflow, team performance, and daily priorities.
• Ensure tasks are completed safely and correctly.
• Assist with training and supporting new team members.
• Monitor product quality and production output.
• Complete production records and system entries accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Reliable and organized

Job description

Guaranteed 4 Days Per Week | Lead from the Front | Hands-On Production Leadership

Looking for a leadership role where you can still stay hands-on and part of the team?

Maverick Bio is seeking a reliable and motivated Production 2IC to support our Collections and Processing operations. This role is ideal for someone with production or manufacturing experience who is ready to step up into a team leadership position while continuing to contribute on the floor actively.

Maverick Bio is a successful regional business that produces and exports enhanced animal-derived biological materials that save and improve lives around the globe. Our innovative products contribute to life‑saving medical procedures, vital health research, and much, much more. Every day, our people get stuck in and deliver real work that matters.

We are proud of our purpose and the people who bring it to life. Our team is down‑to‑earth, reliable, and committed to doing work that matters.

This is a practical leadership role — not an office job. You will work alongside the production team each day, helping to coordinate workflow, support operators, and keep production running safely and efficiently.

About the Opportunity

• Consistent ongoing work and stable hours
• Early starts with structured shifts
• Growing Australian business with long-term opportunities

Lead from the Front

• Hands‑on role working directly with the production team
• Opportunity to develop leadership and people management skills
• Be trusted to support daily operations and team performance
• Down‑to‑earth team culture
• Leadership support and training provided
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and improve processes

Meaningful Work

• Help produce products used in healthcare and regenerative medicine
• Be part of a business making a real difference globally

What You Will Do

• Support and coordinate day‑to‑day production activities
• Lead by example, working alongside operators to achieve production targets
• Help manage workflow, team performance, and daily priorities
• Ensure production tasks are completed safely and correctly
• Assist with training and supporting new team members
• Monitor product quality and production output
• Complete production records and system entries accurately
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment

What We Are Looking For

• Comfortable working within a slaughterhouse environment
• Able to work around animal processing operations, associated sights, sounds, and odours
• Commitment to workplace safety and hygiene standards
• Ability to lead by example and support a team
• Reliable, punctual, and organised
• Available to work a minimum of 4 days per week
• Able to work early morning starts
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Commitment to workplace safety
• Physically fit for manual handling, standing, and repetitive tasks

Bonus Points For

• Experience leading small teams or coordinating workflow
• Experience in training or mentoring staff
• Experience in regulated manufacturing or food production environments

Who You Are

• A hands‑on leader who enjoys working with people
• Calm under pressure and able to keep production moving
• Positive, dependable, and solutions‑focused
• Comfortable balancing team leadership with practical production work

Why Join Maverick Bio?

• You will work with practical, everyday people and hands‑on leaders who value your contribution
• We support each other to get the job done and take pride in doing it well

Real global impact

• Your work will directly support medical procedures and health outcomes around the world
• While the work is not always glamorous, it truly matters

Real change and ongoing improvement

• We are a well‑run business committed to doing better every day
• You will be part of a team that values progress and encourages new ideas

Before You Apply

• This role requires 5:00 am starts.
• You will be working within a livestock processing/slaughterhouse environment.
• You must be available for a minimum of 4 days per week.

If these requirements suit you, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential conversation, contact our friendly People & Culture Team on (02) 6885 1***.

Equal Opportunity at Maverick Bio

We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Maverick Bio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of all abilities, genders, races, religions, and orientations.