Production Team Leader (Factory Hand Opportunities Also Available)

Work Initiatives; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Globalcote, Capalaba, Queensland-based manufacturer, is seeking a Production Team Leader to join the production team. This hands-on role suits someone with manufacturing, production or warehouse experience who leads by example and supports a productive team environment.

In addition to leading daily production activities, you will oversee quality, inventory and training, while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production or warehouse environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory or team coordination experience.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• A strong work ethic and reliable attendance record.
• The ability to understand and follow technical specifications and production procedures.
• Current manual driver's licence (essential).
• Forklift licence highly regarded.
• MR licence advantageous.
• While previous leadership experience is preferred, we also welcome applications from experienced manufacturing personnel who are looking to step into their first leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the manufacture, packaging and dispatch of specialty coating products.
• Coordinate and support daily production activities to ensure efficiency and quality standards.
• Lead by example and assist with training and mentoring team members.
• Monitor product quality and ensure production procedures are followed.
• Assist with inventory management, stock control and warehouse organisation.
• Operate forklifts and production equipment (where licensed and trained).
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Undertake manual handling tasks, including lifting products up to 30kg.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Forklift licence

MR licence

Job description

Production Team Leader (Factory Hand Opportunities Also Available)

Globalcote is a proudly Australian-owned and operated manufacturer based in Capalaba, Queensland. Since 2010, we have been producing high-quality exterior specialty coatings supplied throughout Australia and international markets.

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Production Team Leader to join our production team.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with manufacturing, production or warehouse experience who enjoys leading by example, maintaining high standards, and supporting a productive team environment.

While our primary focus is recruiting a Production Team Leader, we also have Factory Hand opportunities available and welcome applications from motivated candidates with manufacturing, warehouse or production experience.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the manufacture, packaging and dispatch of specialty coating products

Coordinate and support daily production activities to ensure efficiency and quality standards are maintained

Lead by example and assist with training and mentoring team members

Monitor product quality and ensure production procedures are followed

Assist with inventory management, stock control and warehouse organisation

Operate forklifts and production equipment (where licensed and trained)

Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment

Undertake manual handling tasks, including lifting products up to 30kg

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Previous experience in a manufacturing, production or warehouse environment

Demonstrated leadership, supervisory or team coordination experience

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail and commitment to quality

A strong work ethic and reliable attendance record

The ability to understand and follow technical specifications and production procedures

Current manual driver's licence (essential)

Forklift licence highly regarded

MR licence advantageous

While previous leadership experience is preferred, we also welcome applications from experienced manufacturing personnel who are looking to step into their first leadership role.

Work Schedule

Monday to Thursday: 6:30am - 3:30pm

Friday: 6:00am - 2:00pm

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Work with an established Australian manufacturer supplying products throughout Australia and overseas

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing Queensland manufacturer and have the experience and drive to help lead a small production team, we'd love to hear from you.