Grain & Bake is one of Australia's leading manufacturers of toasted muesli, granola, and nutritional snack bars. Based at our 10,000sqm facility in Moorabbin Airport, Melbourne, we supply some of the country's best-known food brands. We're a female-founded, Australian-owned business with a BRC AA accredited site, and we're proud of the team that makes it happen every day.
About the role
We're looking for a driven, experienced Oven Team Leader to own the performance of our oven line on our Afternoon Shift 2:06pm - 10:00pm. This is a hands-on leadership role, running production from end to end: ingredients in, finished product out, with zero tolerance for unnecessary downtime.
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you'll lead a shift team of oven operators, drive adherence to the production schedule, maintain rigorous quality and food safety standards, and actively work to reduce waste and improve yield. You set the standard for what great looks like on the oven line, and you hold the team to it.
Oven Team Leader
Grain & Bake | Moorabbin Airport VIC **** | Full Time
About Grain & Bake
Grain & Bake is one of Australia's leading manufacturers of toasted muesli, granola, and nutritional snack bars. Based at our 10,000sqm facility in Moorabbin Airport, Melbourne, we supply some of the country's best-known food brands. We're a female-founded, Australian-owned business with a BRC AA accredited site, and we're proud of the team that makes it happen every day.
About the role
We're looking for a driven, experienced Oven Team Leader to own the performance of our oven line across every shift. This is a hands-on leadership role, running production from end to end: ingredients in, finished product out, with zero tolerance for unnecessary downtime.
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you'll lead a shift team of oven operators, drive adherence to the production schedule, maintain rigorous quality and food safety standards, and actively work to reduce waste and improve yield. You set the standard for what great looks like on the oven line, and you hold the team to it.
What you'll be responsible for
Oven Line Performance
Drive continuous, uninterrupted oven line operation across the full shift,



maximising throughput against the production schedule
Own line run rates and take immediate corrective action when output falls below target
Operate the oven end to end, including mixers, kettles, oven computer, and temperature controls
Ensure raw ingredients are staged and batched a minimum of 30 minutes before each run
Manage smooth end-of-shift handover with full line status communicated clearly
Machine Setup and Changeovers
Lead all setups and changeovers, including oven temperature profiles, belt speeds, depositor settings, and batch weights
Complete changeover checklists and verify all settings against the relevant SOP before each new run
Manage allergen changeovers in full accordance with the site allergen management plan
Document and report actual changeover times each shift
Waste Reduction
Actively drive waste reduction across ingredient usage, finished product, and rework
Monitor yield against expected output and investigate any variance
Report waste data accurately each shift and flag any material variance to the Production Supervisor
Quality Assurance and Food Safety
Perform and record all required QA checks throughout the shift against product specifications
Ensure dates, batch codes, and traceability documentation are correct for every run
Immediately elevate any quality deviation or product defect to the Production Supervisor and QA team
Ensure all oven operators comply with GMP, hygiene, and food safety procedures at all times
Team Leadership
Lead, direct, and hold accountable all oven team members to meet output, quality, and safety targets
Coach and train operators on oven operation, QA requirements, GMP, and safe work practices
Address performance issues or unsafe behaviour directly and promptly
Support the onboarding and upskilling of new oven operators
WHS and GMP




Enforce all WHS policies and safe work practices on the oven line
Champion a proactive, zero-compromise safety culture within the oven team
Maintain a clean, organised, and secure work area across the oven line at all times
Conduct end-of-shift cleaning and sign off before handover
Key OKRs you'll be measured against
DIFOT equal to or above 98% for all oven production orders each shift
Oven line waste at or below 8% of total throughput per shift
100% of changeover checklists completed and signed off before production recommences
100% of QA checks completed and recorded per shift
GMP and housekeeping score equal to or above 80% at all inspections
Zero lost-time injuries on the oven line
Zero food safety or quality non-conformances attributable to oven line operations
All schedule and quality variances escalated to the Production Supervisor within 30 minutes
What you'll need
Essential
Minimum 3 years experience as an oven operator or equivalent in a food manufacturing environment
Minimum 2 years experience in a team leader or leading hand role
Current forklift licence
Current driver's licence
Demonstrated ability to drive team performance and meet production output targets
Strong understanding of food safety, GMP, HACCP, and allergen management
Proven ability to perform and document QA checks and manage traceability
Competent in executing machine setups and changeovers to documented SOPs
Robust written and verbal communication skills in English
Desirable
Basic Microsoft Office proficiency
Exposure to continuous improvement or waste reduction initiatives
Experience in a BRC or HACCP-certified food manufacturing environment
About you
Driven, accountable, and focused on getting results every shift
High personal standards for quality, safety, and housekeeping
Strong initiative and the ability to motivate a team under pressure
Positive, patient, and solutions-focused mindset
Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented
Able to multitask and stay organised in a fast-paced setting
Our values
Quality Always | Learning and Innovation | Customers First | Integrity and Heart | One Team | Safety and Care
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📌 Team Leader Oven - Afternoon Shift (Melbourne)
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