Production Leading Hand

· Location: Koallah

· Permanent full time

· Be part of the exciting new product development and production journey

· Relocation assistance may be provided

Welcome to Castle Estate

Based on the banks of Lake Purrumbete in Western Victoria, Castle Estate is home to Victoria's largest Human Consumption Wild Game Processor as well as Australia's most extensive multi-species abattoir.

The Castle family has been farming this land since 1923 and has long been committed to sustainable, natural farming practices. In 2014, the Castle family built Australia's first fully vertically integrated paddock to plate abattoir.

About the role

This newly created role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced and hands-on Production Leading Hand to join our growing operations team.

You will support the Operations Manager in labour allocation, driving safety, quality and productivity standards, finding solutions to problems as they arise, lead continuous improvement, people development and performance management.

You should have a desire to build a long-term career from this position and will demonstrate commitment to your development. You will be highly motivated, eager to make a difference and will demonstrate a quality first approach to your leadership role.

Your key responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the Production team, promote and support an environment conducive to delivering high performance.
• Continuous improvement of systems, processes, workflow and efficiency of the Production function.
• Work collaboratively with the Supply Planner on efficient resource and production planning and organisation.
• Thoroughly understand and implement quality control techniques, ensure standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed and customer specifications are met.
• Champion a safety-first culture, lead compliant WH&S practices in all production areas.
• Identify areas for process improvement and support initiatives to enhance Production operations, productivity and customer satisfaction, including automation and efficiency projects.
• Assist the Operations Manager in preparing and analysing operational reports, including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor and improve performance.

About You

• Demonstrated hands-on Production supervisor experience in a fast paced environment, preferably in the Food manufacturing industry.
• Experience within a fast paced automated manufacturing environment, with the ability to set up, operate and troubleshoot equipment.
• Strong team leadership skills, personable, engages and motivates and drives a high performing culture.
• Intermediate technology skills, experience using a range of business applications. Experience using ERPs will be an advantage.
• Frontline management/leadership training would an advantage.
• Comprehensive understanding of HACCP, WHS and Quality (ISO) standards and requirements.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise, manage multiple tasks and deliver results in a timely manner.
• A current Forklift Licence.

We offer

• A competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development in a dynamic and inclusive environment.
• Generous staff discount on our product range.

Please note: As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical examination and be willing to participate in the Q Fever vaccination program.

How to Apply

If you're a motivated leader with a passion for production, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role to

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person