Production Supervisor
Job no: 50007680
Work type: Full Time
Location: Brisbane
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- Take initiative and make your mark in this key influential role
- Make a difference with sustainability at the forefront
About the role
The Production Supervisor will be involved in and responsible for sections of the daily operations of the paper mill process, ensuring that production targets are met while meeting and exceeding the high standards of quality and safety. You will have a strong background in paper manufacturing, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the paper manufacturing process including the fundamentals of paper quality management.
What you'll do
Reporting to the Production Manager, key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of the production team relevant to the area of responsibility to ensure efficient operation of the paper manufacturing process.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment.
- Monitor production schedules and adjust workflow as necessary to meet production targets and deadlines.
- Conduct regular inspections of production process and equipment and coordinate maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure product standards are met.
- Train and develop production staff, fostering a team-oriented work environment.
- Analyse production data and prepare reports on production metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with other departments to optimize production processes and resolve any issues that may arise.
What you’ll bring
- Relevant tertiary studies in engineering, manufacturing, or previous experience in operations
- Supervisory experience in a paper manufacturing environment or operations/production
- Strong knowledge of production management principles and practices.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Proficient in using production management software and tools.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
What you’ll love when you join us:
- Sustainability: Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference.
- Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
- Leave: Opportunity to purchase additional leave
- Visy discounts: Take advantage of discounts with RSEA, Avis, Harvey Norman and other retailers.
About Visy
Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. As Australia’s leading recycled and kraft paper manufacturer, Visy Pulp and Paper is a big part of our business. Our integrated recycling and manufacturing operations means we collect paper and cardboard from households and businesses and turn it into up to 100% recycled paper. We are also home to the world’s most environmentally friendly kraft paper mill in Tumut, providing high-quality kraft paper for domestic and international markets. The paper we produce supplies our board facilities across Australia and New Zealand, where it is remanufactured into cardboard packaging for the food and beverage industry.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be a key player in shaping our future!
Please contact Nicholas Strang on Nicholas.strang@visy.com for a confidential discussion or apply now.
You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing)
Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
These roles are only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights.
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Applications close: E. Australia Standard Time
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