Production Line lead - Afternoon

We have been making chocolate and confectionary for over 90 years. From humble beginnings selling sweets from a pushcart, and later to a small factory under the first arch of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Darrell Lea is sold in Australia, New Zealand, USA, UK and Canada.

We are looking for Line Leaders with 'hands on' experience working in Manufacturing (preferably FMCG) who is able to work across our Afternoon shift to fulfil requirements all while troubleshooting fast-paced equipment from depositing to packaging who are wanting to take the next step within a manufacturing environment and further their career.

Reporting to the shift Manager, the Line Leader will be working online as part of the production team targeting to produce high quality, well presented & safe products within the Production schedule requirements.

To be successful you will be a natural leader who is hands on, an excellent communicator wanting to build the team in line with company values of Safety, quality and productivity. 

The duties will include but are not limited to:

• Working as part of a production team to achieve production efficiency targets 
• Taking full responsibility for the quality and product that is produced within your shift 
• Ensuring that all team members can identify issues and take fast effective action to resolve.
• Working closely with other line leads to ensure production handovers are completed
• Ensuing all appropriate production forms and quality checks are conducted and filled out correctly according to established procedures
• Ensuring all new team members are trained on the relevant machines and company processes
• Having a positive and proactive attitude towards health and safety by promoting a safety culture within the workplace
• Promoting safe work practices and communicate all incidents / near misses and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
• Communicating any changes in equipment and work processes to your team

The Applicant:

• Proven experience in a "hands on" role within a Manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Computer skills.
• Experience with automated machines in a Manufacturing industry desirable but not essential
• Ability to work across afternoon/or night shift for up to 6 months at a time
• Able to problem solve at pace.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• High work ethic and solid work history.
• You will be a strong team player willing to help others achieve a common goal with a desire to produce great products.

Rite Bite Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can make it better together and have an equal opportunity to succeed. We believe in fostering an environment that values diversity and promotes fairness and respect. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will do our best to assist you.

Join us in building an inclusive and innovative workplace where everyone can thrive.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.

To apply click on the Apply Now Button and attach your resume and cover letter.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical