AddressMSM Milling is looking for a Feedmill Production Supervisor who will be responsible for ensuring the day-to-day operation of the feed mill plant plant to ensure it meets or exceeds production & quality targets.
It's a full time employment as per those set out in, the in-effect MSM Milling Employee Collective Workplace Agreement.
The Production Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of the Feed Mill plant to ensure it meets and exceeds production throughput targets, quality assurance practices and targets, and ensuring maintenance programs are upheld whilst always complying with the safety standards that are in place. The role involves the technical and operational management of the Feed Mill, by leading, managing, and motivating production staff along with proactive communication with critical services staff such as the procurement officer, scheduling and planning logistical officer, customer services – sales support officer, operations maintenance staff and the QA staff. This daily communication and leadership are crucial to achieving a smooth and co-ordinated operation across all the stated activities. The role will require at times liaison with our consultant Nutritionist. The Business Manager will provide regular customer feedback and sales trends which will assist in accurate production forecasts.
This role supports the vision of MSM Milling by;
- Continuous improvement and innovation in all aspects of our operations,
- Pursuing ethical and sustainable practices in all aspects of our business.
- Encouraging staff to excel professionally and personally.
- Demonstrating and delivering quality 360-degree communications daily
Main tasks will include:
- Develop and approve both daily and forward planning weekly production schedule for Feed Mill.
- Deliver the required and approved production plan safely, to specification, on time and on cost to meet customer expectations.
- Plan the required labour to ensure required resourcing for shifts and production to meet customer demand.
- Manage the regular internal communication around performance and reaching daily targets and expectations.
- Drive the team for efficiency and throughput of the plant working to continuously improve the operation.
- During high demand and/or to cover teams gaps/absence working directly in FM to deliver production plans and demand
- Ensure appropriate records are kept by the production team to support the operation as far as safety, quality, maintenance, and throughput.
- Drive a focus on oils and feed mill pellets/mash in key areas - yield improvement, quality (moisture, PDIs, colour etc) and reduction in consumables.
- Review and report on the operations to resolve operational problems to minimise costs and prevent operational delays
- Evaluate & cost process improvement projects, energy consumption and other areas of cost focus.
Qualifications:
- Certification in relevant Quality Assurance processes
- Qualifications in Project Management (preferred)
- Qualifications in related industry or work area/or equivalent experience
- Training in workplace health and safety
- Certificate IV in Food Safety or relevant Stock Feed/Agricultural Sciences (desirable)
- Confined space trained (desirable)
Experience:
- Experience in a management/supervisory position in a production environment that includes the responsibility for planning and directing work activities
- Knowledge of employee relations and an understanding of the relevant legislation
- Demonstrated understanding and experience in undertaking Quality Assurance Activities
- Experience in troubleshooting complex systems and working Feed Mill technologies
- Experience in creating standard operating procedures, planning and stock control processes
- Have a working knowledge of GMP, HACCP and Food and/or Feed Safety
- Working knowledge of ERP systems.
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Additional information
- Full-time position
- $90,000 - $1,00,000 Salary (plus super)
