Description:
About the Role
Due to the continued growth of the Northern Operations business, we are currently recruiting an experienced Production Manager - Kill Floor & Render, to join our Riverview based leadership team in a newly created position. Reporting to the General Manager, Operations - Northern, this position will focus on five fundamental outcomes including:
- To provide effective and efficient planning, organisational control within the operational areas of the plant;
- To promote a culture and awareness based on people and food safety;
- To lead and coach the senior leaders within operational areas, and ensure safe and cost-effective operations;
- To ensure the production of a quality product which meets all customer, QA/food safety, OHS and environmental requirements and standards; &
- To build an engaged workforce and instil a work ethic focused on Safety, Food Safety, Quality of Product and pride of workmanship.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Achieving effective control of operating costs to maximise plant efficiency and profitability
- Participating in the planning of future development strategies to achieve company goals and objectives including preparation of capital expenditure requests
- Ensuring all operational activities comply with statutory obligations
- Preparing or managing the preparation of reports, forecasts and budgets for approval by general management
- Monitoring and controlling operational activities and communicating the outcomes to facilitate ongoing improvement
- Promoting the company's favourable image to client's, suppliers and the community
- Partnering with Human Resources to increase productivity and efficiency
- Motivating staff through feedback, training and the creation of an environment which promotes job satisfaction
- Ensuring company assets are maintained in an acceptable manner
- Participating in all relevant audits and providing support as required
- Maintaining awareness of good industrial relations
- Ensuring the plant is in a state of readiness for each day's operation
- Completing the annual HR performance cycle
About You
- Tertiary qualifications in a business, engineering or other related discipline
- Previous meat industry experience (ideally 5 years) in a senior supervisory position
- Ability to demonstrate proficiency in communications, delegations and supervisory skills with strong interpersonal skills
- Be willing to undertake further training to upgrade skills as required
- Demonstrated computer literacy in MS Excel, Word and Outlook
- Exceptional ability to prioritise and multi-task
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as within a team environment
About Us
JBS Australia is the largest and most respected meat and food producer in Australia. We have a strong portfolio of leading and renowned beef, lamb, pork, salmon and value-added branded products, such as AMH, Swift, Primo, Murray Valley and Huon.
JBS Australia's Northern Division operates five strategically placed processing facilities as well as five feedlots across Queensland and New South Wales, with access to an extensive network of quality cattle. Our network provides the ability to meet the specific demands of various market segments with an extensive range of grain-fed and pasture-fed products. With approximately 15,000 employees spread across our offices, processing plants and feedlots, JBS Australia exports to more than 50 countries around the world.
Why work for JBS Australia?
- Access to novated leasing options
- Heavily discounted meat products
- Retail discounts with national partners
- Health insurance discounts on Bupa Health and Medibank Private
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Interested? APPLY NOW!
If you have any queries regarding this opportunity, please email Melinda Weir (Talent & Community Engagement Specialist) - melinda.weir@jbssa.com.au