About the Role
We're looking for an experienced and motivated Afternoon Shift Production Manager to join our team in Forbes.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be responsible for keeping production moving, supporting your team, and ensuring our mill operates safely and efficiently every shift.
Our products are produced for human consumption, so maintaining high standards of food safety, quality and cleanliness is a key part of the role.
You'll be someone who enjoys being out on the floor, solving problems as they arise, supporting your team and taking pride in running an productive operation.
What You'll Be Doing
Leading and supervising afternoon and evening shift staff
Overseeing daily mill operations and production schedules
Operating mill machinery and supporting production activities
Maintaining food safety, quality and hygiene standards
Completing cleaning and sanitation tasks
Identifying and resolving minor equipment issues
Carrying out routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting




Monitoring production performance and downtime
Ensuring WHS procedures are followed at all times
Training and supporting team members
Creating a positive, accountable and safety-focused culture
What We're Looking For
Previous experience operating mill, manufacturing, processing or production equipment
Experience leading, supervising or managing staff
Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
Strong communication and leadership skills
Reliable, organised and willing to lead from the front
Forklift licence
Desirable (but not essential)
Experience operating a pellet press
Experience in food production or a food-grade manufacturing environment
Exposure to preventative maintenance programs
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📌 Afternoon Shift Production Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Spinifex Recruiting
📍 New South Wales