Production Shift Supervisor

West Recruitment; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Superannuation

Afternoon shift loading 15%

Great team culture

Job summary

West Recruitment is seeking two experienced Production Supervisors for an established Australian beverage manufacturer. Two shifts (Day and Afternoon) with ASAP start. You will lead 15–20 employees, maintain GMP standards and drive productivity, safety and quality.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will coach your team, coordinate schedules and manage day-to-day people matters, creating a positive and productive work environment.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience within manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience leading teams of 10+ employees.
• Strong people management and communication skills.
• Understanding of safety, quality and production requirements.
• Proficiency with production reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop your production team on the floor.
• Coordinate daily production schedules, labour and resources.
• Drive productivity, quality and safety across your shift.
• Handle day-to-day people matters including attendance and performance.
• Resolve operational issues and identify improvement opportunities.
• Monitor KPIs and maintain GMP standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

People management

Communication

Problem solving

Safety & GMP

Education

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

Forklift licence

Job description

About your new company

Join an established Australian beverage manufacturing business with a great team culture, a strong reputation and a genuine focus on its people.

About your new role

We're looking for two experienced Production Supervisors to join the team, with opportunities available across Day and Afternoon Shifts, ASAP start.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you'll lead a team of approximately 15–20 employees, keeping production on track while building a positive and productive team environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, coaching and developing your production team.


• Coordinating daily production schedules, labour and resources.


• Driving productivity, quality and safety across your shift.


• Managing day-to-day people matters, including performance and attendance.


• Resolving operational issues and identifying opportunities for improvement.


• Monitoring production KPIs, reporting and maintaining GMP standards.

About you

You're a hands-on leader who enjoys being on the floor, supporting your team and getting things done.

You'll bring:

• Supervisory experience within manufacturing, production or a similar environment.


• Experience leading teams of 10+ employees.


• Strong people management, communication and problem-solving skills.


• A good understanding of safety, quality and production requirements.


• Confidence using computer systems and completing production reports.

Experience in food or beverage manufacturing, HACCP, NetSuite or continuous improvement will be highly regarded. A Certificate IV in Leadership and Management or forklift licence would be advantageous.

What's in it for you?

• $38–$43 per hour + Super, depending on experience.


• Additional 15% loading for Afternoon Shift.


• Annual bonus based on business and individual performance.


• Great team culture and a supportive working environment.


• Opportunity to take ownership and make a real difference.

Shift options

Day Shift: 6.00am – 2.00pm

Afternoon Shift: 2.00pm – 10.00pm (+15% loading)

If you're an experienced Production Supervisor looking for a great team and a business where you can make a difference, I'd love to hear from you!

Additional information

• Lead a team of 15-20 in a busy manufacturing environment


• Day & Afternoon Shifts available | Additional 15% afternoon loading


• Great team culture, competitive pay + annual bonus