About the position

This position will be 90% based on the factory floor, 10 % office based, you will be supervising 3 direct reports and dotted line to 15 employees which are made up of permanent and casual employees. This position is Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week, over time as required, some requirement to work across afternoon shift when necessary. This position reports to the Production Supervisor.

Duties include but not limited to the following:

• Managing a small team then overseeing other employees as required, providing clear instructions, training and support, ensuring new employees are provided with support and on the job training.
• Sound knowledge of fabrication processes
• Running machines, fabrication work, checking quality of work before sending to next department
• Ability to read technical drawings and plans
• Mechanical and mathematical aptitude
• Be able to multitask
• Intermediate computer skills ( excel, word )
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of systems and processes.

Essentials for this role:

• A minimum of 1 year consistent experience in a manufacturing Leading hand role
• A mechanical trade qualification EG: Boilermaker, 1st class welder, sheet metal fabrication
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• A drivers license and working rights in Australia

Whats in it for you:

• A competitive salary package which includes an annual incentive plan, income protection, Eap and wellbeing
• Rostered days off, additional leave day and additional leave accrual
• Career opportunities within the company
• A friendly and supportive work environment

To be considered for this position you must currently live in Australia. As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete a pre- employment medical, police check and drug and alcohol screen.

Apply today, we can't wait to hear from you!

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