Production Supervisor

Bundaberg Sugar Ltd; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bundaberg Molasses, part of Bundaberg Sugar Group, seeks a hands-on Production Supervisor at the Oakey plant. You will lead a small team, coordinate day-to-day production, and ensure timely, safe deliveries to customers.

The role combines plant-floor duties with data entry, stock control and customer service. forklift licence and valid driving licence are required; strong organisation and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production or manufacturing.
• Current forklift licence – essential.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Strong data entry and reporting skills.
• Organisational ability with changing priorities.
• Commitment to safety, quality and customer service.
• Willingness to work hands-on under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production and allocate work to plant operators.
• Order raw materials, parts and repairs with the Manager.
• Monitor stock levels, lead stocktakes and maintain inventory records.
• Coordinate customer orders and deliveries with suppliers and transport providers.
• Complete production data entry, invoicing and operational reports.
• Maintain production and quality records and support GMP/ISO9001/FeedSafe compliance.
• Promote safe work practices and identify process improvements.
• Support with plant operations, quality, safety and administration as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Production planning

Data entry

Communication

Safety focus

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Production Supervisor

Following an internal restructure, Bundaberg Molasses is looking for its next production leader. Based at Oakey, this hands‑on role offers the opportunity to guide a small team and coordinate production through to customer delivery.

About us

Bundaberg Molasses, part of the Bundaberg Sugar Group, produces and supplies molasses‑based liquid feed supplements to the cattle feedlot and stockfeed industries.

We are seeking a practical, organised Production Supervisor to coordinate day‑to‑day production at our Oakey plant.

About the role

Reporting to the Manager, Bundaberg Molasses, you will guide a small team, organise production requirements and coordinate deliveries to ensure customer orders are fulfilled safely, accurately and on time.

This is a hands‑on supervisory role combining work on the plant floor with production administration, stock control and customer service. You will need to be comfortable operating the plant when required, supporting your team and keeping production moving.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating daily production, allocating work and providing clear guidance to plant operators.
• Ordering raw materials, parts and repairs in consultation with the Manager.
• Monitoring stock levels, leading stocktakes and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Coordinating customer orders and deliveries, and communicating with customers, suppliers and transport providers.
• Completing production data entry, sales invoicing and operational reports.
• Maintaining production and quality records and supporting compliance with site management systems, including GMP, ISO 9001 and FeedSafe requirements.
• Promoting safe work practices and identifying opportunities to improve production processes.
• Assisting with plant operations and supporting quality, safety and administration activities as required.

Overtime will be required from time to time to meet operational needs.

About you

You may be an experienced Production Supervisor or a leading hand ready to take the next step. You will bring a practical approach, clear communication and the ability to organise people and tasks in a small team.

You will need:

• Relevant production or manufacturing experience, with the ability to guide and support others.
• A current forklift licence—essential.
• A current driver's licence.
• Sound computer skills, including accurate data entry and the ability to prepare clear reports.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage changing priorities.
• A focus on safety, product quality and reliable customer service.
• The willingness to work hands‑on and carry out a variety of tasks under the Manager's direction.

Experience in agricultural products, stockfeed or logistics will be well regarded.

Why join us?

Put your practical skills and leadership ability to work in a varied role where you can see the results of your efforts each day. You will work closely with the Manager, lead a small team and contribute across the full production and delivery process within the Bundaberg Sugar Group.