Factory Foreman

Handy Industries is a privately owned Australian company that specializes in both postforming and cut-to-size kitchen componentry.

We require a Leading Hand/ Factory foreman to join our team and take responsibility for supervising staff, the manufacturing process and the efficient and smooth running of production throughout our postforming factory.

Responsibilities include:

- Planning, coordination and control of the manufacturing process in conjunction with the Production Manager.
- Quality assurance - to ensure goods are produced efficiently, in the correct amounts and at the right quality levels.
- Ensuring adherence to required production schedules.
- Monitoring production processes and adjusting schedules.
- Ensuring that health and safety guidelines are followed, and continuous improvements implemented.
- Supervising and motivating the team (approx. 15).
- Inventory control and stocktakes.
- Assisting with maintenance schedules for machinery.

To be considered for this role you must have:

- Leadership experience within a production environment
- Good organisational skills
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- A commitment to safe working practices and the ability to inspire the same in your team
- Significant experience within a varied factory environment including use of computerised manufacturing equipment.
- The ability to identify, analyse and solve problems, offering sound recommendations for resolution.
- Trade qualifications in joinery, cabinet making, postforming or similar will be highly regarded.

**Salary**: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Morning shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kingston, QLD 4114: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person