Relief Team Leader

In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.

Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Undertake leadership & development training opportunities
• Fully supplied and laundered uniform + boots + PPE
• Income Protection Insurance
• Attractive rates + shift allowances + annual increase to base rates of pay
• On-site canteen
• Company provided soft tissue specialist appointments

• Relief Team Leader position with Simplot Ulverstone
• Permanent, shift based 4:4 position hours shifts (2 x day / 2 x night / 4 x off)
• Take the next step in your leadership journey

Simplot Global Food are seeking applicants for the role of Relief Team Leader to join the Production team at Simplot Ulverstone. The Relief Team Leader will report to the Packing Area Manager, and support the shift Team Leader in day to day manufacturing operations, whilst stepping up to undertake leadership duties in the absence of the Team Lead.

Simplot Ulverstone has a proud history in the local community dating back to 1942, and our location on the banks of the Leven River is ideally situated close to the rich, fertile soils where our potatoes are grown. We process around 300,000 tonnes of potatoes from 165 Tasmanian growers each year, producing high quality potato products that are enjoyed by consumers all over Australia. Site capabilities / products include fries (coated & uncoated + different cuts), sweet potato fries, potato gems, and hash browns in addition to 8 x automated packing lines.

Relief Team Leader duties may include;

• Demonstrate safe work methodology
• Facilitate daily pre-start meetings and convey any shift handover details and / or site communications
• Set clear direction of the daily work plan to the production team
• Ensure team conformance to manufacturing performance requirements and take correction action when necessary
• Provide first escalation point for the team re: safety, quality, sustainability, reliability and performance issues, engaging other resources as required
• Liaise with Production Area Managers, Production Manager and the Maintenance teams (mechanical & electrical) for problem solving and resolution of breakdown & preventative maintenance activities
• Responsibility for line / shift reporting
• Utilising Simplot Work Systems methodology for problem solving, root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide coverage to production team members throughout the shift
• Participate in site Continuous Improvement (CI) activities

Production Operator duties may include;

• Safely operate a variety of fixed plant process & packing equipment within a busy production environment incl. monitoring of system processes & data, adjusting system settings to ensure quality of throughput
• Adhere to GMP and food safety practices
• Meet production plans & targets
• Participate in site Continuous Improvement activities
• Liaise with Team Leaders + maintenance teams (mechanical & electrical) in relation to both preventative maintenance and breakdowns
• Inspection of raw materials
• Cleaning & sanitising of production areas

With demonstrated team leadership experience, the successful candidate will possess the following attributes;

• A 100% commitment to safety, health and wellbeing in the workplace
• A sound understanding and working knowledge of the Lean Manufacturing methodology
• Qualifications / certifications in food processing or competitive manufacturing will be highly regarded
• Demonstrated operating knowledge of fixed plant food processing equipment and machinery
• Possess a genuine desire to develop production & people leadership skills with a focus on in-person engagement
• Strong time management skills
• Ability & confidence to facilitate daily pre-start meetings
• Availability to work 12.2 hour shifts across a 4:4 day / night rotating roster
• Show strong attention to detail, with ability to follow standard work documentation
• Be driven to engage in personal development opportunities
• Possess an intermediate level of PC skills using the Windows OS

Click on the "Apply" button to submit your application, ensuring a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up-to-date resume are included (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT THURSDAY 23rd OCTOBER, Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.

Job Requisition ID: 23766

Travel Required: None

Location(s): GF Plant - Ulverstone

Country: Australia

Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at