Production Supervisor - FMCG Packaging

Momentum Consulting; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four‑day working week

Fridays off

Growing business investing in newmach

Job summary

Momentum Consulting is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor for a growing FMCG packaging business in New South Wales. You will lead the day-to-day running of the production floor, support machine operators and ensure production targets, quality standards and safety requirements are met.

The role offers a four-day working week (Monday to Thursday) with a 5:00 am to 3:00 pm shift and Fridays off. You will drive continuous improvement, mentor staff and coordinate production to optimise

Qualifications

• Hands-on production leadership experience in FMCG/food packaging or similar manufacturing environment.
• Experience supervising or leading a production team.
• Strong ability to coordinate people, priorities and targets while maintaining safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities and coordinate people and machinery for safe, efficient operation.
• Supervise machine operators and production staff to meet targets, deadlines and quality standards.
• Monitor machinery performance, downtime and output; support changeovers and troubleshoot production issues.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase efficiency and reduce waste; uphold food safety and quality procedures.
• Coach and develop team members and support the introduction of new machinery and processes.

Skills

Production leadership

Supervising production team

Communication

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Our client is a growing FMCG packaging business providing a range of packaging solutions to well-known Australian and international brands. With investment in new machinery, ongoing training and a focus on developing its people, this is an opportunity to join a business that's continuing to grow.

They're looking for a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead the day-to-day running of the production floor, support machine operators and ensure production targets, quality standards and safety requirements are met.

The best part? Work Monday to Thursday, 5:00 am to 3:00 pm,and enjoy every Friday off!

Our client is a growing FMCG packaging business providing a range of packaging solutions to well-known Australian and international brands. With investment in new machinery, ongoing training and a focus on developing its people, this is an opportunity to join a business that's continuing to grow.

They're looking for a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead the day-to-day running of the production floor, support machine operators and ensure production targets, quality standards and safety requirements are met.

The best part? Work Monday to Thursday, 5:00 am to 3:00 pm,and enjoy every Friday off!

What's on offer?

• $90,000-$100,000 + super, depending on experience
• Four-day working week - Monday to Thursday
• 5:00 am - 3:00 pm day shift
• Enjoy a three-day weekend every week
• Growing business investing in new machinery and equipment
• Training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on production performance
• Supportive team environment with potential for long-term career growth

About the role

You’ll be responsible for overseeing daily production activities, coordinating people and machinery, and ensuring the production floor operates safely and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and supporting machine operators and production staff
• Coordinating daily production schedules, labour and workflow
• Ensuring production targets, deadlines and quality standards are achieved
• Monitoring machinery performance, production output and downtime
• Assisting with machine changeovers, troubleshooting and production issues
• Driving continuous improvement, efficiency and waste reduction
• Maintaining food safety, workplace health and safety, and quality procedures
• Training, coaching and developing team members
• Supporting the introduction of new machinery and improved production processes
• Working hands-on alongside the team when required

What we're looking for

We're keen to hear from someone with production leadership experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, packaging or a similar manufacturing environment.

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience supervising or leading a production team
• A strong understanding of production processes and packaging machinery
• The ability to coordinate people, priorities and production targets
• A practical, mechanically minded approach to troubleshooting
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• A hands-on leadership style with a focus on accountability and teamwork
• A commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
• A current forklift licence
• A willingness to work reasonable overtime when production demands require it

Experience working across multiple production lines and supporting machine operators to develop their skills will be highly regarded.

Interested?

If you’re a practical, motivated Production Supervisor who enjoys leading from the floor, developing people and improving production performance, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Join a growing business investing in its people, machinery and future - while enjoying a four-day working week.