About us

Hindustan Imports is a family-owned importer, processor, packer, wholesaler and retailer of high-quality food ingredients.

Operating from our modern manufacturing facility, we specialise in cleaning and packing a wide range of dry food ingredients, including rice, grains, seeds, nuts, spices, and herbs.

Learn more about us at: www.hindustan.com.au

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Production Team Leader to lead our production team in Dandenong, Victoria, focusing on safe and quality food.

This is a full-time role and an opportunity to become a leader in our Company.

Key responsibilities

- Plan and oversee daily production operations based on inventory levels and incoming stock

- Set up and manage packing lines and workforce to ensure efficient and smooth operations

- Manage rosters, workflow, and staffing allocation to minimise downtime, waste, and bottlenecks

- Ensure optimal use of labour and resources across production lines

- Supervise the use of processing and packing equipment while enforcing strict safety protocols

- Monitor and enforce quality control standards, including correct packing and labelling

- Oversee HACCP, food safety, and quality programs and maintain documentation for audits

- Record and report accurate production data daily to the Company Director

- Ensure clean, safe, and hygienic workspaces and equipment at all times





- Train and induct new team members on company procedures and safety practices

- Address staff issues and provide day-to-day leadership and direction to the team

- Champion workplace health and safety standards in line with company and legal requirements

- Some heavy lifting (up to 25kg) involved

Qualifications and skills To succeed in this role, you will bring:

- 3-5 years of relevant experience.

- Proven experience in the food manufacturing or processing industry

- Strong understanding of HACCP, ISO standards and the Food Standards Code

- Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements

- Hands-on experience with packing machinery and line operations (experience with colour sorting machines is highly regarded)

- Demonstrated leadership experience managing production and/or warehouse teams

- Solid communication and problem-solving skills
- A proactive, can-do attitude with attention to detail

Remuneration and benefits:

- Full time position

- $90,000 gross annual salary (including superannuation)

- 10% employee discount at our retail store

- Opportunity for ongoing employment in a stable, family-owned business

If you have the skills and experience that we’re looking for and are ready to step into a key leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note: Only applicants with full working rights in Australia will be considered.

📌 Dry Food Ingredients - Production Team Leader (Dandenong)
🏢 Hindustan Imports
📍 Dandenong