Join a global leader in the design and manufacturing of quality packaging products Opportunity to learn from a dynamic team that holds decades of experience Permanent role with an attractive salary (negotiable on experience), and career progression opportunities The Company...
As a globally recognised leader in delivering quality manufactured packaging products, the company is committed to providing clients with a wide range of solutions to support their operations.
Through many decades of offering their unique state-of-the-art solutions across many industries such as; aerospace, defense, general manufacturing, infrastructure, logistics, and mining, they continue to expand their national operations both through acquisition and partnerships.
As a result of organic growth and expansion, they are actively seeking an experienced Production Team Leader to join their growing team on a permanent full-time basis.
The Position...
Reporting directly to the Production Supervisor, you will be directly involved in the direct supervision and coordination of a manufacturing area/department, overseeing production staff to ensure that all orders are produced in accordance with the production schedule.
Key responsibilities include: Implement and maintain processes/procedures to achieve departmental plans and goals.
Ensure quality and customer standards/expectations are maintained.
Manage and motivate a team of up to 8 staff, maximising their daily productivity; this includes coaching and assisting staff to help them perform their required tasks safely and efficiently.
With a strong focus on maintaining safety and high quality of work, foster a culture of continuous improvement and ongoing implementation of safety initiatives.
Set up work areas and job runs to ensure maximum efficiency and to minimise down time.
Guide team-based problem solving and driving impactful operational enhancements.
Monitoring, developing and implementing best practice operating procedures.




This role requires a hands-on leader who is an excellent communicator that thrives on building and empowering high-performing production teams, contributing to long-term business growth and innovation.
The Ideal Candidate...
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in the timber manufacturing industry or similar, along with a decisive mindset and excellent team organisation skills.
Further requirements include: Previous experience as a team leader /supervisor in the timber manufacturing industry will be a distinct advantage.
Current forklift licence (essential).
Knowledge of operating timber milling machinery and nail guns will be advantageous.
Have a proactive, hands-on approach, and providing support to team members as required in order to maintain effective operations.
Highly process-orientated, with attention to detail and the ability to develop and implement standard operation procedures.
Have the ability to plan, organise work of others, determine priorities, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build robust relationships.
You will need to be a friendly and approachable person who is able to motivate and retain staff.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Flexibility to work across various shifts.
Eligibility to work in Australia with full working rights.
The Benefits...
The benefits on offer are extensive, including: Being part of a leading global packaging solutions business Great team culture with a friendly and helpful team that gets along well Full-time permanent role with job security Competitive hourly rate (negotiable on experience), plus super Eligible for performance based bonus (weekly, monthly annual incentives on offer) This position can provide professional growth opportunities , as the company has a major preference for promoting staff internally Ongoing training professional development assistance.
Apply Now...
If you are an experienced Production Team Leader and demonstrate the required attributes as mentioned above, then please apply and we will be in touch to discuss the position in further detail upon successful application.

📌 Production Team Leader | Carole Park, Qld (Queensland)
🏢 Jamesvalé Recruitment
📍 Queensland