At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a diverse team to achieve production targets and ensure safety compliance.
- Company: Join a dynamic manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, career development opportunities, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with opportunities for growth and skill development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving production efficiency and team success.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing and proven leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 54450 - 66550 $ per year.
We are currently hiring for a Night Shift Supervisor to be trained in the AM before moving to Night Shift. The Shift Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all production-related activities during their allocated shift. Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, this role ensures production targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and in line with quality and compliance standards.
The position places a strong emphasis on leadership, people management, and the ongoing development of production personnel, while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.
- Production & Operations
- Deliver the production plan and ensure output meets daily and weekly targets
- Monitor production performance and develop/report on key production KPIs
- Allocate labour resources in line with production schedules and operational priorities
- Conduct shift handovers to ensure continuity of operations
- Lead daily production meetings (day shift)
- Safety & Compliance
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across the production team
- Ensure all operations comply with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
- Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and housekeeping standards
- Ensure safe work practices to protect employees and product integrity
- Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with specifications
- Identify production issues impacting yield and implement corrective actions
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput
- Review production processes and implement system improvements
- Lead, coach, and develop production personnel to improve performance and capability
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members
- Assess workforce skills and identify capability gaps
- Develop and implement training and development plans
- Foster positive employee relations and team engagement
- Liaise with Engineering, Technical, and Maintenance teams to coordinate work and maintenance activities
- Partner with internal stakeholders on production-related matters
- Administration & Workforce Management
- Monitor and manage labour utilisation and shift performance
- Authorise overtime in line with production requirements
- Reconcile labour hire invoices against rosters and submit for approval
- Ensure accurate and timely production reporting
- General
- Undertake any additional duties as reasonably required
Decision Making Authority
- Authority to allocate labour and manage shift resources
- Authority to approve overtime in line with operational requirements
- Authority to initiate corrective actions within the production environment
- Escalation of significant operational, safety, or people matters to the Site Operations Manager
Experience, Qualifications and Capabilities
- Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Proven leadership experience in managing teams in a factory setting
- Experience within FMCG (desirable)
- Proven experience managing direct reports, budgets, contractors, and preventive risk programs
Capabilities
- Strong commitment to workplace safety
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Mechanical aptitude and understanding of production processes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously
Personal Attributes & Leadership
- Proactive, solutions-focused with excellent planning and organisation
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to perform under pressure and manage conflicting priorities
- Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members
- Analytical ability to assess maintenance data and drive continuous improvement
Night Shift Supervisor in Sydney employer: ASAP Recruitment
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