Position Supervisor/ Team Leader PM Shift
You assume a leadership role in overseeing the efficient operation of machinery and ensuring the safety of workspaces. Reporting to the Production Supervisor as a Team Leader or the Production Manager as a Supervisor, your primary purpose is to supervise the production team (6 to 10 operators), fostering a culture of safety, productivity, and continuous improvement. Leading toolbox meetings, you ensure that all team members are clear on their duties for the shift. Clear and concise communication is a key aspect of your role, especially during shift handover meetings, ensuring continuity of information to the next shift manager. This position undertakes a variety of tasks and requires the incumbent to display common sense and flexibility.
Qualifications
Experience with complex machinery, mechanically minded.
Previous experience in a supervisory or managerial role in a production environment.
Skills experience & knowledge
Proven leadership and supervisory skills in a production environment.
Plastic industry experience preferred
Strong communication skills for effective team coordination and information transfer.
Knowledge of machinery operation and production processes.
Understanding of health and safety regulations and hazard identification.
Training and development skills to enhance the skills of the production team.
Ability to work in a diverse team including professional personnel.
A strong eye for detail, precision, and accuracy
Strong time management skills coupled with the ability to work autonomously.
A high degree of patience to complete tasks precisely and efficiently
Ability to use own initiative.




Attributes
Proactive and safety oriented.
Effective problem-solving skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing production needs.
Commitment to continuous improvement and team development.
Collaborative and communicative leadership style.
Knowledge of recyclable plastic variants and grades.
Main Duties
Supervise the production team to ensure the efficient operation of machinery and the safety of workspaces.
Lead toolbox meetings, providing clear guidance on duties for the shift.
Communicate effectively during shift handover meetings to ensure continuity of information.
Monitor operators to ensure machines are working at optimal output levels.
Vigilantly monitor for hazards and health & safety issues, taking prompt corrective action.
Train operators to continually improve work methods and enhance overall efficiency.
Report safety and maintenance issues promptly to the relevant teams.
Maintain close communication with the Maintenance team to coordinate repairs and maintenance required on machinery.
Other duties as required
Communication
Communicate with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail
Health & Safety
Ensure risk management plans and secure work methods are implemented as required
Ensure potential hazards are reported, documented and acted upon to remove or minimize risks
Conduct regular meetings with supervisors to discuss and act on any new and recurring OH&S; issues
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📌 Supervisor/ Team Leader (Melbourne)
🏢 Polymer Processors
📍 Melbourne