Manufacturing Team Leader

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Established in 1915, Haigh's Chocolates is the oldest family-owned chocolate maker in Australia. Run by fourth generation Haigh's family, we employ over 900 people across 21 retail stores currently located in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, as well as online, plus two factories and head office. Using only the finest and freshest ingredients, Haigh's prides itself on being a chocolate 'bean to bar' specialist, committed to the art of premium chocolate making. Haigh's roast their own cocoa beans, ethically sourced from plantations around the world, to create a unique blend of premium milk and dark chocolate. Through meticulous artisan skills that include handmade chocolate creation and finishing, combined with advanced manufacturing equipment and techniques, Haigh's creates exquisite chocolates that look and taste delicious.

Are you ready to step into a sought-after leadership role in a chocolate-filled manufacturing environment? We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Manufacturing Team Leader - Cooking and Cutting on afternoon shift (1:45 pm – 10:00 pm), Monday to Friday, at our brand-new complex in Salisbury South. This role reports to the Senior Production Supervisor.

As the Team Leader for the Cooking and Cutting Team, you'll oversee a dedicated group responsible for producing the centres of our luxurious individual cabinet chocolates. A key part of their work involves cooking boiled products to precise recipe specifications and cutting batches to the correct size and weight. The team also operates specialised equipment such as the guillotine, Ultrasonic Cutter, roller, duster, and dehydrator.

In this role, you will:

• Inspire and motivate a diverse team of machine operators to achieve exceptional outcomes.
• Collaborate with the Senior Production Supervisor to drive continuous improvements and troubleshoot issues on the production line.
• Foster teamwork across shifts and share resources to enhance operations.
• Promote a culture of health and safety, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Ensure all team members accurately follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Identify and resolve machinery and quality issues promptly.
• Oversee daily operations in your area, collaborating to exceed targets.
• Contribute insights during toolbox talks and monthly meetings.
• Manage team member scheduling and approvals for smooth operations.

What we're looking for:

• Experience in manufacturing, preferably in food production.
• Strong people management and excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to embrace change and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer skills, with the ability to operate systems and complete online documentation.
• Mechanical aptitude with problem-solving abilities.
• A focus on continuous improvement, safety, and quality.
• Experience in a cooking or kitchen environment is highly desirable but not essential.
  
  

There's never been a better time to join us as we move into our brand-new, multi-million-dollar complex in Salisbury South. Enjoy modern breakout spaces, a wellness room with massage chairs, games table, exercise equipment, and free on-site parking - all part of a supportive and growing business ready for its next chapter.

Inclusion matters at Haigh's. We believe that valuing differences in backgrounds, cultures, abilities and experiences helps create a workplace free from bias and prejudice. We're committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and beyond, to ensure a barrier-free and supportive experience for all.

If you're great with people, enjoy solving problems and have a sweet spot for chocolate, we'd love to hear from you

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Retail & Consumer Products 101-1,000 employees

At Haigh's we're very proud to be the oldest family-owned chocolate maker in Australia. Today the company is run by the fourth generation of the Haigh's family and we employ over 850 people throughout our factory, administration, online and 21 retail stores located across Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra.

At Haigh's we're very proud to be the oldest family-owned chocolate maker in Australia. Today the company is run by the fourth generation of the Haigh's family and we employ over 850 people throughout our factory, administration, online and 21 retail stores located across Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra.

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