Lead people. Build capability. Improve performance.

We are looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to join our Albury manufacturing operation.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys being on the floor, working closely with their team and creating an environment where people can perform at their best.

Delivery of production outcomes through strong people leadership focus is key, this role has a strong people leadership focus . You will spend much of your time coaching and developing employees, building capability, managing performance, improving engagement and creating a positive, accountable and high-performing team culture.

At the same time, you will ensure we continue to deliver consistent, safe, high-quality and efficient manufacturing outcomes across the business, leading Assembly and Fabrication.

About the business

OTTICO Equipment takes pride in making tough, reliable and high-quality SPITWATER products. We are Australia's largest manufacturer of high-pressure water cleaners, with a long and proud history of innovation and quality. Our products are trusted across Australia and internationally, and our people are at the heart of everything we do.

The role

Reporting to the General Manager – Manufacturing and Operations , you will provide visible, day-to-day leadership across our production teams and Team Leaders.

Your key responsibilities will include:

· Leading, coaching and developing production employees and frontline leaders.

· Building a positive, engaged and accountable team culture.

· Providing regular feedback and managing employee performance effectively and constructively.

· Identifying talent and supporting succession planning and employee development.





· Building workforce flexibility through cross-skilling, versatility and competency development.

· Planning workforce requirements, rostering and resource allocation to meet production needs.

· Leading a proactive safety culture and ensuring compliance with WHS, environmental and company requirements.

· Monitoring production, quality, delivery and productivity performance and taking action when required.

· Driving Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement activities, including waste elimination, process optimisation, material management, value stream thinking and root cause analysis.

· Using data, Excel, business systems and planning tools to support effective decision-making.

· Working collaboratively with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain and Planning to resolve issues and improve performance.

About you

We are looking for a practical and visible manufacturing leader who genuinely enjoys leading people , not simply managing production.

You will ideally bring:

· Demonstrated leadership experience within a production or manufacturing setting.

· A visible, practical and hands-on leadership style.

· Strong coaching, performance management and employee development capability.

· Experience building employee engagement, accountability and team performance.

· Workforce planning, rostering and cross-skilling experience.





· A strong understanding of workplace safety, quality and manufacturing standards.

· Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies such as VSM, waste elimination, process optimisation and root cause analysis.

· Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

· Confidence using business systems, technology and planning/scheduling tools.

· Strong Microsoft Excel capability, including data analysis and reporting.

· The ability to balance people leadership with the day-to-day operational requirements of a busy manufacturing environment.

A relevant trade, technical or manufacturing qualification would be advantageous; however, practical manufacturing leadership experience is equally valued .

Why this role?

This is an opportunity to have a genuine impact on both our people and our manufacturing performance.

You will have the opportunity to develop employees, strengthen leadership capability, improve the way we work and help continue to build a safe, engaged and high-performing manufacturing team.

If you are a people-focused manufacturing leader who enjoys being visible on the floor, developing others and driving continuous improvement, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now.

Please note: We may commence reviewing applications and interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received and may progress with an appointment prior to the advertised closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply early.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a National Police Check, pre-employment medical and functional assessment as part of the pre-employment process.

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