Black Bear Solutions is currently seeking an experienced Production Supervisor. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent position at a Sydney-based food manufacturing business.
About the role:
Leadership role running a production shift across multiple lines
Temp-to-perm, with a clear view to a permanent position
Competitive pay rates
About the Business:
Family-owned business
Food manufacturing operating to GMP and HACCP standards
Growing team with genuine career progression
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a safe workplace by enforcing WHS procedures and PPE, and running pre-start checks and toolbox talks
- Plan and run each shift to hit daily output targets, delivery dates and order priorities
- Track and improve line efficiency (OEE), record downtime and output, and act on the main losses
- Make sure all product meets specification and GMP/HACCP standards, including line clearances, label and batch-code checks, weight checks and holding non-conforming product
- Allocate staff to lines by skill and demand, and manage rosters, breaks, leave and overtime within labour budget
- Coordinate quick, right-first-time changeovers, and work with maintenance to cut breakdowns and downtime
- Keep batch records, production paperwork, downtime logs and shift handovers complete, accurate and on time, and report shift results to the Operations Manager
- Drive 5S, housekeeping, waste reduction and root-cause problem solving with the team
- Minimum 3 years’ supervisory or team leader experience in food or FMCG manufacturing
- Strong working knowledge of GMP, HACCP and food safety requirements
- Proven ability to lead, train and motivate a team on the floor
- Confident with rostering and managing labour to budget
- Good computer skills and accurate record keeping
- Certificate IV in Food Processing, Leadership or Frontline Management
- Exposure to Lean, 5S or continuous improvement methods
Who Are We
Black Bear Solutions is a specialist Labour Hire & Recruitment Agency and Consulting partner for Manufacturing, Logistics, Construction, Waste, Executive and Office Support talent across NSW. We bridge the gap between Labour Hire and Recruitment, ensuring that you are placed in the perfect role.
At Black Bear Solutions, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.
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Production Supervisor in Sydney employer: Black Bear Solutions
Black Bear Solutions is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Sydney's wholesale food distribution sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth and advancement, we provide multiple career pathways for dedicated forklift drivers, alongside a supportive and inclusive culture that values diversity. Join us for a rewarding temp to perm opportunity where your skills are recognised and your contributions make a real impact.
