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Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment?
AustChilli, Australia’s largest chilli grower and a leading food manufacturing business is looking for a Production Supervisor to join our team. You’ll be leading the way in preparing, processing, and packing our home-grown chillies, avocado products and puree ingredients.
Reporting to the Production Manager, you’ll work alongside your team to ensure smooth production flow, consistent quality, and a positive, collaborative culture across the department.
About the Role
As a Production Supervisor, your key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Guide and support a team of 4–12 people, working shoulder-to-shoulder with them to hit daily production targets.
Prepare for each shift by ensuring staff, raw materials, packaging, and equipment are ready so production runs efficiently.
Uphold HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards to meet customer and regulatory requirement
Promote a strong WHS culture and ensure all team members follow safe work practices.
Support continuous improvement, reduce waste, boost productivity, and work closely with maintenance when issues arise.
Complete accurate daily production records and use digital tools (iPads, tablets, MS Office).
Maintain clear communication and promote a positive team culture.
About You
You will bring:
Previous experience supervising teams in food manufacturing or fresh produce production.
Minimum 3–5 years experience in a fast-paced production environment
Practical understanding of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards
Strong leadership ability with excellent communication skill
High attention to detail and a proactive approach
Physically fit and capable of performing hands‑on tasks as required
Why AustChilli?
AustChilli is a proud, Australian family‑owned business with over 30 years of history. We are a large local employer committed to producing high‑quality food products and delivering creative food solutions. We grow fresh chillies (we’re Australia’s largest chilli grower), fresh avocados, and produce herb and vegetable purées. We also make retail products under our brands AvoFresh and Current Fresh Farms.
How to Apply
Click Apply and send us your resume and cover letter.
All applications are treated confidentially. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Questions
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a production supervisor?
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