Production Supervisor - Afternoon/ Night Shift

Are you a driven leader with a passion for manufacturing excellence? S&you is proud to represent our client in industrial manufacturing, seeking a skilled Production Supervisor to oversee their afternoon/night shift operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation and lead a dedicated and highly experienced team in industrial manufacturing. 

As the Production Supervisor, you’ll take charge of an experienced team,  including dispatch and production staff. Working between the hours of 4:00 pm to 2:00 am, you’ll ensure seamless operations, drive safety and efficiency, and lead process improvement projects in preparation for a significant business transformation. 

You’ll be accountable for meeting DIFOT (Delivery in Full, On Time) targets, managing quality control, and optimising machine utilisation to deliver high-quality products. This is a role for someone ready to step up and make an impact!

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and inspire your team: Manage attendance, performance, and development, fostering a culture of growth and accountability.
  • Ensure safety is a priority: Maintain WHS compliance, conduct training, and manage incident investigations swiftly.
  • Drive production excellence: Plan schedules, improve machine efficiency (OEE >75%), and ensure zero non-conformance on finished products.
  • Champion continuous improvement: Lead initiatives using Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies to streamline processes and reduce costs.
  • Prepare for the future: Oversee projects to enhance operations ahead of a major site transition in two years.
About You To excel in this role, you’ll need:
  • 3–5 years of leadership experience in production, manufacturing, or mining industries.
  • Prior experience leading a team on afternoon / night shifts.
  • Be a hands on leader willing to work on the ground to lead the production team. 
  • Strong people management skills and a track record of motivating teams.
  • Experience with process improvement methods like Lean, Six Sigma, or 5S.
  • An engineering degree is preferred but not essential.
You’re organised, solutions-focused, and thrive under pressure. Your leadership style inspires confidence, and you’re eager to implement ideas that drive results.

Client Benefits
  • Competitive salary with opportunities for growth.
  • Be part of an innovative company undergoing exciting changes.
  • Lead impactful projects that shape the future of the organisation.
  • Supportive team environment where your contributions are valued.
If this role sounds interesting to you, please click the "Apply" button and submit your application. If you would like to have a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Sarah Cassidy on 0477 627 562 or email sarah.cassidy@sandyou.com.au
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