Job Title: Production Leading Hand

Company Name: Chelmstone

Location: Seventeen Mile Rocks, Brisbane, 4073
Experienced Production Leading Hand Required (38hr week)

Who we are: Chelmstone is a fast-growing, dynamic precast concrete manufacturer, established over 30 years ago and is renowned for producing precast concrete products for some of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects. We manufacture custom made paving for commercial projects, residential customers and furthermore manufacture lightweight recycled concrete products, which are distributed throughout Australia.

Position Overview: The Production Leading Hand position is a hands-on, diverse role, reporting directly to the Production Manager. The successful candidate will be able to organise and manage production staff members, meet production and quality targets, manage client dispatch, ensure health & safety, conduct machinery maintenance and be willing to get involved in production.

Benefits

• Immediate Start Available - Apply now and potentially secure this ongoing opportunity.
• Career Growth That’s Real - This role is considered a launchpad to step-up to Production Manager.
• Overtime - Consistent overtime rates available.
• Bonuses - Quarterly bonuses available.
• Culture - Great team culture with team events organized regularly. Free lunch fortnightly.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead a team of production workers, including mentoring and training.
• Supervise and work on the production line to maintain productivity and quality standards.
• Maintain and report production quality control with a focus on constant improvement.
• Forklift operation, including loading machines, moving pallets around the factory and dispatch as required throughout the day.
• Packing and wrapping pallets for dispatch.
• Utilization of power tools for machine maintenance and production preparation.
• Implement and enhance the company’s health and safety protocols.
• Ensure the production line is always kept in a clean and well-organized state.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Production Manager.
• Be prepared to get your hands dirty by carrying out each subordinates’ duties and understanding the requirement to step into their positions when required.
• Management of raw material procurement.

Skills and Experience

• Ideal for candidates with prior experience in a factory process environment
• Forklift ticket (LF) is essential
• Experience with pre-cast concrete is highly desired but not essential
• Good planning and coordination skills.
• A 'Can-Do' attitude that thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Physically fit for manual duties
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience meeting production deadlines, targets and KPIs
• Prior experience in industrial machine maintenance procedures
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team
• Strong work ethic with a focus on health and safety & willing to learn new skills

Full availability Monday to Thursday, 7:00am - 3:30pm. Friday 7:00am – 1:00pm