Shift Supervisor (Process) - Harwood Mill & Refinery
The purpose of this role is to lead a shift operations team (10), ensuring safety, quality, and customer service are maintained at high standards. The role involves overseeing plant assets to operate within established parameters and quality standards.
Responsibilities include monitoring safety adherence, product quality, customer service in warehouse operations and transport loading, scheduling, team performance, plant efficiency, waste, and equipment performance. The role also involves coordinating loading vehicles, managing labor, and assisting tradespersons during breakdowns or maintenance.
Key responsibilities:
* Lead safety, quality, food safety, housekeeping, and customer focus during the shift
* Supervise people, processes, and plant equipment across the Sugar Mill, Boiler, and Refinery
* Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures
* Maintain product quality, food safety, packaging, and loading standards according to customer and Sunshine Sugar specifications
* Manage performance and supervise shift teams
* Oversee daily schedules, labor management, KPIs, and plant effectiveness
* Analyze operational data, implement corrective actions, and suggest improvements
* Supervise minor breakdowns and maintenance activities
* Participate in project work and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications and experience:
* Relevant tertiary qualifications (Business, Logistics, Engineering, Chemical, or Industrial Chemistry) or supervisory experience in manufacturing FMCG processes
* Experience managing safety, quality, and food safety is desirable
* Experience working on rotating shifts, typically 24/7 with a 4 days on, 4 days off pattern
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
* Performance management and leadership skills
* Ability to lead, manage accountability, troubleshoot, and develop solutions
* Stakeholder engagement and influence skills
* Project management experience is advantageous
About Sunshine Sugar
Sunshine Sugar is an Australian-owned sugar milling and refining company operating in NSW, employing over 400 people directly and supporting 2,500 indirectly.
Application process:
Please upload a cover letter and resume by 22 June 2025. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, including hearing tests and drug screening. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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