Production Supervisor - Retail Ready Operations (Coles Group) - Erskine Park

Ranchero; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Recognition program

Learning & development

Share plan

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Coles Group in Erskine Park is seeking a Production Supervisor for Retail Ready Operations to oversee production, operations and daily activities, driving efficiency and safety. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives and apply Lean/CI principles across the site.

Reporting to the Assistant Shift Manager, you’ll foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture while delivering measurable targets and supporting growth opportunities. Roster: Thu-Sun, 1PM–12Midnight.

Qualifications

• Proactive in driving continuous improvement of process and procedures.
• Solid understanding of technical aspects and/or processes.
• Able to set ambitious team goals with measurable targets.
• Great communication skills that foster collaboration and inclusiveness.
• Cert III or IV in food processing and/or experience in FMCG/short shelf-life production.
• Knowledge and implementation of Lean Manufacturing/CI principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of production, operations and daily activities.
• Drive efficiency improvements while maintaining safety and quality.
• Introduce positive changes, streamline processes and elevate team performance.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Technical understanding

Goal setting

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Cert III/IV in food processing

Job description

Production Supervisor - Retail Ready Operations (Coles Group) - Erskine Park

From small everyday moments to larger-scale changes unique to a business like ours, as a Retail Leader, you'll really see the difference your work makes every day. Whether you're in a store, distribution centre, manufacturing site, or on the road, you're an important part of an Aussie icon at the heart of the nation.

About the role

Reporting to the Assistant Shift Manager within the Retail Ready Operations Australia function, you'll have an incredible opportunity to oversee all aspects of the production, operations, and daily activities; whilst improving efficiencies and keeping everyone safe.

You'll get to introduce positive changes, streamline processes, and elevate performance for the entire team. You'll join a diverse and amazing team that recognises everyone's abilities and a culture that inspires growth and development.

Thursday - Sunday (1PM - 12Midnight) roster

About you and your skills

• To be proactive in driving continuous improvement of process and procedures
• Solid understanding of technical aspects and/or processes
• Able to set ambitious team goal with measurable targets
• Great communication skills that foster positive collaboration and inclusiveness
• Cert III or IV in food processing and/or previous experience in an FMCG/Short Shelf-life production environment
• Knowledge and implementation of Lean Manufacturing/CI principles

What's in it for you?

• More cash staying in your pocket:Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition:Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform 'mythanks'. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development:No matter where you start within our diverse business, you'll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job‑specific training.
• Investment in your future:Become a part‑owner of the Coles Group. Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre‑tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.
• Paid parental leave:We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.

About the recruitment process

We're continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the'Our Recruitment Process' section of our careers site or email [e-mail]

Part of creating a safe working environment, our Manufacturing Site operates under a Drug & Alcohol Policy on site. Team members are subject to possible random testing and applicants to this role can expect to undergo tests as part of the recruitment process, in addition to a full physical.