Production Supervisor

NetComm Wireless; Cumberland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Competitive salary

Insurance

Wellbeing programs

Professional development

Diversity initiatives

Job summary

NetComm Wireless is a leading producer of broadband products with a focus on Fixed Wireless, Fibre Extension and Home Broadband. We seek a Production Supervisor to oversee the production/refurbishment process, materials planning, operator training and equipment setup in our electronics manufacturing setting.

You will own line setup, capacity planning, BOM reviews in PLM, quality control plans and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure on-time delivery with high yield.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience supervising production line activities in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in electronics product manufacturing and related QA processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills with 8D and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Knowledge of 5S, CAPA and statistical sampling across IQC/IPQC/OQC.
• Proficient documentation and reporting using Word/Excel/Power Automate.

Responsibilities

• Own production line setup planning and implementation with capacity, quality, efficiency and cost in mind.
• Project manage operations with contract manufacturers and 3PL as required.
• Conduct capacity planning and resource allocation reports to meet demand.
• Monitor production statistics to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Control and optimize resource usage to guarantee on-time delivery.
• Respond to production issues promptly with cross-functional teams to identify solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement to achieve higher yield, efficiency and lower costs.
• Review BOMs in PLM and manage production change control for traceability.
• Generate production reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Production supervision

Cross-functional team leadership

8D & RCA methodologies

CAPA / 5S

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Power Automate

Job description

At NetComm, we’ve been connecting the world for over 40 years - designing and building innovative broadband products that connect homes, businesses, and industries across the globe. From Fixed Wireless to Fibre Extension and Home Broadband, our technology keeps people connected where it matters most.

Our commitment to innovation has made us pioneers in Fixed Wireless Access, creating the world's first 5G self-install solution and revolutionizing how carriers deploy broadband services.

We have just been awarded the 2026 Telecommunications Industry Excellence (TIE) Award for Innovation in Vendor Technology which recognises the innovation behind Australia's own next-generation, whole-of-home broadband platform, purpose-built for the nbn network.

Our purpose is tolistento our customers and apply bold,innovativethinking tosolvecomplex problems andconnectthe world.

We are looking for a proactive Production Supervisor who will manage all aspects of the production/refurbishment process including materials planning, operators training and equipment setup.

WHAT WILL BE YOUR FOCUS?

Take ownership of production line setup planning and implementation with thorough consideration of capacity, quality, efficiency and cost.

Project Manage operations tasks such as setting up manufacturing and/or refurbishment processes at nominated Contract Manufacturer and/or third party logistics (3PL).

Conduct capacity planning, present reports to request resource allocations to meet demand.

Monitor production statistics, analyse data to ensure efficiency and quality.

Monitor, control and optimise resource usage to guarantee customer delivery commitment.

Respond to production issues promptly identify solutions working with cross functional team ensuring minimal production downtime and avoiding repeat issues.

Optimize production processes for higher yield, efficiency and lower costs.

Draft and review production quality control plans.

Review product Bill of Materials (BOMs) in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.

Own production change control process to ensure detailed traceability of every change.

Generate relevant Production reports as required by internal or external stakeholders.

Drive continuous improvement activities to ensure high customer satisfaction.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING IN FOR YOU?

Tertiary qualification, preferably in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline

Demonstrated experience supervising or leading production line activities within a manufacturing environment.

Experience working in an electronics product manufacturing environment, with a sound understanding of product design, development, manufacturing and quality processes.

Strong technical communication and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams to debug, troubleshoot, investigate and resolve product and manufacturing issues using structured methodologies such as 8D and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).

Good working knowledge of Quality Assurance processes, 5S, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), and statistical sampling methodologies across Incoming Quality Control (IQC), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC) and Outgoing Quality Control (OQC).

Strong documentation and reporting skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Automate.

Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to production quality.

Ability to work independently and exercise sound technical judgement.

A continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge existing processes where improvements can be made.

Six Sigma qualification and/or demonstrated experience applying Six Sigma methodologies within a manufacturing or quality environment would be highly regarded.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Inclusive and collaborative working environment.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary.
• Exposure to innovative technology.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Regular wellbeing and diversity focused initiatives.
• Various perks, including company-sponsored insurance, recognition awards and others to look forward to.

We believe in the value of a vibrant, diverse and inclusive workforce where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered to be bold, innovative and create strong connections with the world.

We embrace differences and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people and people with disabilities.