Leading Hand at Saputo Inc

Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Coaching, Manufacturing operations, Production planning, Quality control, Safety compliance, GMP, HACCP, Communication, Team management, Problem solving, Shift management

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? How you will make contributions that matter We have an exciting opportunity for a Leading Hand to join our Sungold Team at our site in Allansford, where you will have the opportunity to provide frontline leadership to support safe, efficient and high‑quality production outcomes across a critical part of the plant. We are seeking a motivated, reliable and people‑focused leader who enjoys owning a shift, coaching teams in real time and ensuring work is completed to standard in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role operates on a Monday–Friday shift pattern including Day & Afternoon shifts, offering consistency while still providing exposure to a complex, high‑volume production operation. (Dayshift: 4am-12.30pm & Afternoon-shift: 11am-7.30pm) Your responsibilities will include: Lead and coordinate daily shift activities across the Sungold Milk Bottling Production Line and Cool Room areas. Ensure operators are allocated appropriately and work in line with production plans, quality standards and safety requirements. Provide frontline coaching, direction and support to operators throughout the shift. Act as the point of accountability on shift, managing handovers, day‑to‑day issues and escalation as required. Monitor production flow, respond to issues in real time and coordinate with Maintenance and Site Leadership. Promote strong safety, quality and food compliance practices, including GMP and HACCP adherence. About you: Experience leading people in a manufacturing or operational environment would be highly desirable Strong communication skills with the ability to provide clear, confident direction on shift. Manufacturing or food production exposure preferred, though diverse backgrounds are welcomed. Applicants with Trade Backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Ability to work collaboratively with operators, trades and site leadership. Comfortable working in a fast‑moving environment with competing priorities. A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a calm, consistent leadership style. We’ll support you with: A well structured Monday-Friday working roster On‑the‑job training and ongoing development, supported by experienced site leaders. The opportunity to make contributions that matter, while being supported by a multinational company. Click Apply to submit your application and learn more about the role. Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants must have Australian working rights at the time of applying. As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale, Liddells, CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help. Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 11 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 60 countries. With 59 manufacturing facilities and over 19,400 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, Argentina, and the United Kingdom. All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way. Stay in touch! Follow the hashtag #OurBestIsMadeOfYours on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Responsibilities

The Leading Hand will coordinate daily shift activities on the production line and provide frontline coaching to operators. They are responsible for ensuring production plans, quality standards, and safety requirements are met while managing day-to-day operational issues.