Lead from the front in a hands-on supervisor role with a respected Brisbane manufacturer. Sponsorship considered.
About us
Long-established Brisbane business with more than 35 years in the industry. We have built a strong reputation for quality, reliability and service, and we pride ourselves on having a supportive team culture and a stable working environment.
We are seeking a
Hands-On Production Supervisor
to join our team in Tingalpa. This role will suit someone with previous supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment who is practical, organised and willing to work alongside the team to get the job done.
Experience in powder coating is highly regarded, but not essential.
About the role
Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for supervising day-to-day operations across the workshop while also actively assisting with production tasks as required.
This is a
hands-on leadership role
, not a stand-back supervisory position. You will be expected to lead from the front and support the team with manual workshop duties including
jigging, preparation, powder coating and general production work
where needed.
Key responsibilities
Supervise and support production staff across daily workshop operations
Coordinate workflow to ensure jobs are completed safely, efficiently and on time
Assist with hands-on production duties including jigging, preparation, powder coating and other workshop tasks as required
Monitor quality throughout production and ensure work meets required standards and specifications
Support the Production Manager with scheduling, workflow and operational priorities
Assist with staff training, guidance and day-to-day supervision on the factory floor
Ensure job cards, production paperwork and other documentation are completed correctly




Promote and enforce safe work practices across the workshop
Help maintain a clean, organised and efficient production environment
Identify process improvement opportunities and raise operational issues when needed
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Previous experience in a
supervisor, leading hand, team leader or similar role
in a manufacturing or industrial setting
Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate, direct and support a team
A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to work alongside others on the floor
Good understanding of production processes, workflow and quality control
Robust communication and organisational skillsA high level of accountability, attention to detail and reliability
A strong commitment to workplace safety
Ability to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities
Powder coating or related finishing experience highly regarded, but not essential
Forklift licence highly regarded
What we offer
Salary of
$80,000 – $90,000 + superannuation
, depending on experience
Stable role with a long-established Brisbane business
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a leadership role
Long-term career opportunity
Work rights / sponsorship
Applicants with valid Australian work rights are preferred. However,
subclass 482 visa sponsorship would only be considered for the right candidate with strong experience in powder coating
, subject to eligibility and business requirements.
Additional requirements
Please note that all current staff are required to undergo a
pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing
. We are committed to maintaining a safe workplace and have zero tolerance for alcohol and drugs in the workplace.
If you are a dependable and proactive supervisor who enjoys leading from the front and takes pride in quality outcomes, we would like to hear from you.
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📌 Hands-On Production Supervisor (Queensland)
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📍 Queensland