Production Team Leader/supervisor

1 day ago

Wingfield, Australia AVK Australia Holding Pty Ltd Full time

**About our Organisation**

AVK is a highly respected global business and one of the leading valve manufacturers in the water supply, wastewater, civil infrastructure, gas, fire protection and industrial sectors. The AVK Group operates more than 100 companies worldwide, supplying to more than 80 countries and employs around 5,300 people. AVK's core business is the design and manufacture of valves, hydrants, fitting, clamps, and accessories each complying with the highest standards of quality, safety, and durability. In addition to the products, AVK Smart Water systems provide digital solutions for AVK core products through intelligent IoT-based platform as a new way for asset owners to monitor water infrastructure.

AVK Australia is part of the Global AVK Group and responsible for the group’s activities in the Oceania region (Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea & Pacific Islands). AVK Australia is based in Wingfield, South Australia, with operations across Australia as well as New Zealand.

**About the Role**

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Production Team Leader/Supervisor to join our brand-new Wingfield facility on a permanent full-time basis. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this hands-on role will be responsible for supervising and leading production activities across our new Plant 2 pipe manufacturing and coating areas. The position will focus on ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations while fostering a positive and engaged workforce culture.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead, supervise, and coordinate daily production activities across pipe manufacturing and coating operations.
- Ensure compliance with all AVK safety policies, procedures, and government regulations, creating a strong culture of workplace safety.
- Effectively lead and motivate a production team, driving performance, accountability, and teamwork.
- Oversee and contribute to the efficient operation of lathes, CNC machines, and other production equipment.
- Support the delivery of production schedules to meet quality standards, customer requirements, and operational KPIs.
- Identify and implement process improvements, waste reduction, and lean manufacturing practices to improve efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and resolve production challenges.
- Ensure production records, reports, and documentation are maintained accurately and on time.

**Skills & Experience**
- Trade qualification as a Fitter and Turner (or equivalent) is essential.
- Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong knowledge of operating and maintaining lathes, CNC machines, and associated equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to foster a safe, compliant, and high-performance workplace culture.
- Strong organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Experience with lean manufacturing, 5S, and process improvement practices will be highly regarded.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence, build trust and respect at all levels.
- Adaptable and collaborative, with the ability to inspire and develop others.
- Hands on approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

The recruitment process has a pre-employment medical assessment which includes drug and alcohol testing.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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