Production Leading Hand

Refresco Australia Pty Ltd; Sydney; Vor Ort; AUD 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

On-site parking at Condell Park site

Employee Assistance Program

Pre-employment health assessment

Full-time permanent employment

Zusammenfassung

Refresco Australia Pty Ltd – Condell Park NSW is seeking an experienced Production Leading Hand to lead the production floor, drive performance and uphold safety and quality standards. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will mentor team members and ensure smooth line operation in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

This hands-on role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills and the ability to manage shifts, equipment issues and GMP/HACCP compliance.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in a leading hand, team leader or similar manufacturing leadership role.
• Experience in beverage, food manufacturing or FMCG is essential.
• Strong leadership, coaching and communication skills.
• Proven ability to coordinate and manage production operations.
• Hands-on problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP and food safety requirements.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including weekends when required.
• SAP experience is advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Lead, train and mentor production team members on safe operation of equipment.
• Operate and troubleshoot production machinery across lines.
• Communicate daily targets and performance to the team.
• Complete production documentation and reporting at shift end.
• Supervise team performance to maximise productivity, quality and safety.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Team Leader

Coaching & mentoring

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Planning & organization

Ability to work under pressure

Food safety awareness

Tools

SAP

Jobbeschreibung

Refresco Australia Pty Ltd – Condell Park NSW

• Competitive salary + super | Full-time permanent opportunity
• Leadership role in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment
• Career growth with the world's largest independent beverage manufacturer

About the Company

Refresco is the world's largest independent beverage manufacturer, producing more than 12 billion litres of beverages annually across 75+ manufacturing sites worldwide. In Australia, our 500+ employees operate across three production facilities, supplying private label soft drinks, juices and beverages for many of the country's leading retailers.

At Refresco, we are committed to delivering safe, high-quality products while creating opportunities for our people to grow and succeed.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Production Leading Hand to join our Condell Park manufacturing team. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will lead by example on the production floor, ensuring efficient line performance, maintaining safety and quality standards, and supporting the development of production team members.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated manufacturing professional with leadership experience who enjoys driving performance, solving problems, and developing people in a fast‑paced FMCG environment.

Duties

• Lead, train and mentor production team members in the safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment
• Operate and troubleshoot production machinery across assigned lines
• Communicate daily production targets and performance outcomes to the team
• Complete production documentation and reporting accurately at the end of each shift
• Supervise team performance to maximise productivity, quality and safety outcomes
• Escalate equipment breakdowns and technical issues to the Shift Manager when required
• Conduct root cause investigations and support corrective actions for equipment faults
• Provide operational coverage during team members' scheduled breaks
• Support GMP requirements, sanitation activities and microbiological monitoring processes
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety and WHS standards at all times

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in a Leading Hand, Team Leader or similar manufacturing leadership role
• Previous beverage, food manufacturing or FMCG industry experience - essential
• Strong leadership, coaching and communication skills
• Proven ability to coordinate and manage production operations effectively
• Hands‑on approach with strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving capabilities
• Sound planning, organisation and time management skills
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP and food safety requirements
• SAP experience highly regarded
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast‑paced production environment
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends when required

Culture

At Refresco, you'll join a collaborative and safety-focused team where people are encouraged to contribute ideas, continuously improve processes and support one another's success. We value accountability, teamwork and a positive attitude, recognising that every employee plays an important role in delivering products enjoyed by consumers across Australia.

• Competitive salary + superannuation
• Full-time, permanent employment with long-term career stability
• Leadership development and career progression opportunities
• Work within a global FMCG organisation with strong growth ambitions
• Supportive team environment where your contribution is valued
• Inclusive, safety-first workplace culture
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• On-site parking at Condell Park facility
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pre-employment health assessment included as part of the recruitment process