Shift Supervisor - Production and Maintenance
About the Company:
Our client is a leading manufacturer operating within the plastics and packaging sector, supplying products to some of Australia's largest food, beverage and industrial businesses. With a strong focus on safety, continuous improvement and operational excellence, they operate a highly automated manufacturing facility and are seeking an experienced leader to support both production and maintenance operations.
About the Role:
We are seeking a hands‐on Shift Supervisor – Production & Maintenance to support a fast‐paced manufacturing operation based in Western Sydney. This role offers a unique combination of production leadership and maintenance coordination. Initially, the successful candidate will work closely with the Site Leadership team, assisting with maintenance planning, equipment reliability, contractor coordination and plant performance. Over time, the role will expand into broader shift supervision responsibilities, providing leadership across production operations when required. This position is ideal for someone from an FMCG, food manufacturing, packaging or automated manufacturing workplace who enjoys leading people, solving operational problems and driving performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Support daily production and maintenance activities across the site
Coordinate maintenance requirements, contractors and service providers
Monitor equipment reliability, downtime and production performance
Assist with preventative maintenance planning and execution
Provide leadership and support to production teams when required
Participate in workforce planning, labour allocation and shift coverage




Ensure compliance with safety, quality and environmental standards
Coordinate responses to equipment breakdowns and operational issues
Maintain maintenance records, reports and work order systems
Complete shift handovers and operational reporting
Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and maintenance functions
Coach, develop and support team members to improve site performance
About you:
Previous experience as a Shift Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Team Leader, Manufacturing Coordinator or similar leadership position
Experience within FMCG, food manufacturing, packaging or other high-volume manufacturing environments
Solid leadership and communication skills
Ability to make decisions quickly in a fast‐paced environment
Demonstrated ability to coordinate teams and drive results
Experience supporting maintenance activities, reliability programs or production operations
Strong problem‐solving and organisational skills
Hands‐on approach with a strong work ethic
Exposure to maintenance management systems such as MEX, SAP or similar is highly regarded
Relevant technical, diploma or tertiary qualifications in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronic discipline
Demonstrates exceptional judgement, drive and influence
Employment Details:
Ongoing opportunity with a pathway to permanent employment within 6-9 months.
Overtime and weekend work available
Exposure to both production leadership and maintenance coordination
Long-term career development opportunities
Supportive and team-focused culture
Opportunity to play a key role within a growing manufacturing operation
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📌 Shift Supervisor - Production And Maintenance (Sydney)
🏢 Evolve Scientific
📍 Sydney