Production Team Leader: On-Floor Coach & Change Champion

Hazeldenes; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hazeldenes in Bendigo, Victoria, is seeking a Team Leader to drive production excellence with hands-on leadership, ensuring safety and quality standards while optimizing resources and processes. You will supervise daily operations, mentor staff, and partner with HR on performance management, training, and development.

A collaborative, inclusive culture and commitment to animal welfare underpin every decision.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-floor production operations and scheduling to meet throughput and quality targets.
• Monitor safety standards and GMP compliance; conduct safety walks and incident reporting.
• Mentor, train and develop employees; participate in performance management and disciplinary processes with HR.
• Address operational issues, optimize labor distribution, and drive efficiency improvements.
• Support machine performance and reliability via effective escalation and resolution.
• Foster an inclusive culture with open communication and accountability.
• Document operational, safety, and performance reports in a timely manner.

Skills

On-floor leadership

Team mentoring

Employee training

Safety compliance

Continuous improvement

Quality focus

Job description

Hazeldenes in Bendigo, Victoria, is seeking a Team Leader to drive production excellence with hands-on leadership, ensuring safety and quality standards while optimizing resources and processes. You will supervise daily operations, mentor staff, and partner with HR on performance management, training, and development.

A collaborative, inclusive culture and commitment to animal welfare underpin every decision.