Packaging Team Leader at Diageo

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Supervision, People Leadership, Operational Mindset, Continuous Improvement, Lean, TPM, Six Sigma, Manufacturing Excellence, Budgeting, Cost Control, Coaching, Performance Management, Capability Development, Safety Compliance, Quality Standards, Food Safety

Industry

Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Job Description : Who are we? While the name Diageo may be unfamiliar to you, our brands have most likely been with you while you create unforgettable moments of connection and celebration. Imagine crafting the future some of the most well-loved spirits brands across the world, including Smirnoff, Johnnie Walker, Bundaberg Rum and building possibilities within growing brands such as Don Julio, Ciroc, Ello and Aviation Gin. By joining Diageo Australia, you will inspire an exceptional team around you, with offices and teams working from 8 locations across Australia, to build incredible performance and unleash your own potential. What will your role be? As a Packaging Shift Leader (Day Shift) at our Huntingwood site, you will lead, coach and inspire a high-performing packaging team to deliver world-class results across Safety, Quality, Productivity, Delivery, Cost and Morale. This is a hands-on leadership role, spending the majority of your time on the shop floor, where you’ll translate strategy into action, drive Manufacturing Excellence and build strong team capability in a fast-moving FMCG environment. What does this role look like for you? Lead safe, high-quality operations by ensuring full compliance with HSE, Quality, Food Safety and regulatory standards (ISO, HACCP, FSSC). Drive Manufacturing Excellence through MMS practices, continuous improvement tools and disciplined daily management. Deliver production to plan by managing day-to-day operational complexity, line performance and short-term scheduling. Build a capable, engaged team through coaching, performance management and structured capability development. Own shift performance and cost control, making tactical decisions to meet AOP targets across people, materials and assets. Partner with maintenance and planning teams to support reliability, asset care and continuous improvement outcomes. What will you bring to the table? 4+ years’ experience in a production supervisory or shift leadership role within FMCG manufacturing. Proven people leadership capability, leading and developing teams of 10–20 operators. Strong operational mindset, with ownership of SQPCDM performance metrics. Continuous improvement capability, with exposure to Lean, TPM, Six Sigma or Manufacturing Excellence frameworks. Commercial and financial acumen, including budgeting, waste reduction and cost control. Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Science or Business (or equivalent experience), with packaging or beverage manufacturing exposure desirable. Why Join Us? Experience competitive perks, flexible work options, and become part of a diverse team that celebrates global success. At Diageo, we craft products that are central to celebrations worldwide. Our vibrant culture reflects this spirit as we work flexibly around life commitments while continuously striving for growth! Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity: Diageo champions diversity as a catalyst for innovation. We actively promote employment opportunities for people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI communities, and other diverse groups. We ensure inclusivity through reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Worker Type :Regular Primary Location:Huntingwood Additional Locations : Job Posting Start Date : 2026-01-16 With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 29,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world. Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented people from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of. With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential. DRINKiQ What's your DRINKiQ? Take our quiz to understand how alcohol is made and explore the effects of drinking. You can discover everything you need to know at DRINKiQ

Responsibilities

Lead and inspire a high-performing packaging team to achieve world-class results in safety, quality, and productivity. Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with standards and driving continuous improvement.