Production Coordinator

at  Norco Cooperative Ltd

Norco have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Production Coordinator to join the leadership team at our busy milk manufacturing site at Labrador.
Reporting to the Senior Production Coordinator, the successful candidate will provide supportive and effective leadership to their team, oversee shift operations and ensure safety, quality, and performance requirements are met, whilst aligning with our company values and Code of Conduct.

ABOUT US:

Norco is a 100% Australian, Farmer Owned Dairy Co-Operative that supports our communities and customers through a ground up approach. This starts with producing quality nutritional and agri solutions for our farmers, continues through our quality controlled production facilities and ends up delivering Australia’s best tasting dairy products to our customers and communities we are proud to serve.
Since 1895, every product and breakthrough has been powered by generations of employees who are inspired to make a real difference. We offer a friendly work environment and the opportunity to work with household brand names Australian families have come to know and trust.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PRODUCTION COORDINATOR:

• Oversee shift operations to ensure all product is delivered in full and on time.
• Lead performance management, absence management, reward and recognition, recruitment, and training for your team.
• Lead by example and coach others to create a work culture in line with our Code of Conduct and values.
• Ensure employees adhere to SOP’s, Golden Safety Rules, and our WHS management system.
• Report, record and resolve any safety issues, including incidents, hazards, and near misses.
• Ensure all GMP and quality standards are maintained, and any non-conformances are communicated and resolved promptly.
• Establish and maintain rosters for your team in collaboration with Senior Production Coordinator and key staff.
• Deliver communication updates to your team via the Daily Management System (DMS).
• Maintain a working knowledge of machines and operational processes to provide basic troubleshooting support as required.
• Encourage the adoption of new programs and policies and seek or provide training for both yourself and your staff as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE:

• Proven food manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated experience in people leadership, including recruitment, training, coaching and performance management (etc).
• Understanding of Food Safety regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Basic computer competencies in Word, Excel & SAP.
• Demonstrated effective/natural communication skills.
• Demonstrated mathematical aptitude with high-level attention to detail.
• Thorough time management skills with the ability to meet set deadlines.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Display behaviours that are consistent with Norco Co-Operative’s values of Authenticity, Agility, Diversity and Connection.
  We value strong problem solving capabilities, and will be trusting you to navigate challenges, contribute to continuous improvement, and drive positive, solution and outcomes focused change.

Why should you join the team at Norco?

• Work for a successful and reputable 100% Australian, Farmer Owned Dairy Co-Operative.
• Be a part of our values based, passionate, driven and supportive team.
• Have the ability to make your mark and grow your career.
• Receive a competitive remuneration package.
• Continue to grow and develop your skills through coaching and development opportunities.
• Access to our free and confidential Employee Assistance Program.