Job Description

We are looking for a hands-on Line Supervisor to join our busy fruit packing operation.

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You may come from a manufacturing, production, FMCG, food processing or automated production environment and be looking for an opportunity to bring your leadership and technical skills into the agricultural and fresh produce industry.

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You don't necessarily need previous fruit-packing experience. If you understand production lines, know how to lead a team, enjoy solving problems and have an interest in machinery, machine operation and line set-up, we'd like to hear from you.

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About Us

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Located in the Goulburn Valley and established in 1889, Plunkett Orchards is a family business and leader in the Australian horticulture industry. We supply premium quality apples and pears to domestic and export customers – from growing and harvesting through to sorting, packing, marketing and freight. This is a diverse business, committed to sustainable farming practices and maintaining a safe, productive environment.

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About the Role

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As Line Supervisor, you will take responsibility for the protected, efficient and productive operation of a fruit packing line.

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You'll be working closely with your team and management to keep production moving, achieve targets and maintain high standards of quality and presentation.

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This is a hands-on supervisory role — ideal for someone who enjoys being on the floor, working with people and machinery, rather than sitting behind a desk.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Supervise and coordinate staff across the packing line
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- Set up and prepare packing lines for different products, grades and pack formats
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- Operate, monitor and adjust packing machinery and production lines
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- Ensuring daily production targets are clearly understood and achieved
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- Monitor production rates, quality and overall line performance
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- Identify and troubleshoot production and equipment issues
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- Work with maintenance and management to minimise downtime
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- Train, support and motivate team members
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- Monitor fruit quality, packing standards and product presentation
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- Ensure food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements are followed
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- Maintain a clean, organised and efficient production environment
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Your Manufacturing Experience Could Be a Great Fit

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We are particularly interested in people who have worked as:

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- Production or Line Supervisors
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- Manufacturing Team Leaders
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- Machine Operators with leadership experience
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- FMCG or Food Production Supervisors
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- Packaging or Processing SupervisorsAutomation or Production Line Operators
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Fruit packing experience is an advantage, but not essential.

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If you've previously supervised a manufacturing line, managed production targets, carried out machine changeovers or set-ups, dealt with breakdowns and kept a team operating efficiently, your skills are highly transferable.

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About You

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We're looking for someone who:

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- Has previous experience supervising a production or manufacturing line
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- Has strong time management and organisational skill
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- Is a supportive supervisor who can encourage, coach and develop their team
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- Is confident leading and motivating a team
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- Has a practical, hands-on approach
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- Has an interest in machinery, machine operation, line set-up and production processes
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- Enjoys troubleshooting and finding practical solutions
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- Can understand production processes and identify opportunities for improvement
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- Is comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
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- Has strong communication and organisational skills
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📌 Line Supervisor - Fruit Packing (Shepparton)
🏢 Plunkett Orchards
📍 Shepparton