Production Supervisor

Who we are?

On any given day, 2.5 billion people globally use Unilever products to feel good, look good and get more out of life. Many of our brands are well-known, household staples and old-time favourites including Dove, Rexona, Lynx, Vaseline, OMO/Persil, Surf, TRESemmé, Continental, Ben & Jerry's and Streets.

We have a long tradition of being a progressive, responsible business. It goes back to the days of our founder William Lever, who launched the world's first purposeful brand, Sunlight Soap more than 100 years ago, and it's at the heart of how we run our company today. In 2022 Unilever Australia & New Zealand became a Certified B Corporation™ (B Corp), joining a growing network of organizations committed to galvanizing a stronger, more inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy for all.

A job at Unilever is a career made by you, with development opportunities, benefits and a working culture that embraces diversity and is pioneering flexibility. There's no better time to join our team!

Job Summary

As a Production Supervisor, you will provide leadership to production teams, monitor performance, lead site priorities and continuous improvement, investigate cost improvements, and maintain effective communication across the factory.

Role Responsibilities:

Safety Health & Environment (SHE) and Quality

• Lead activities to maintain and improve safety, quality, environmental, and hygiene standards.
• Conduct investigations and take necessary actions promptly.
• Address issues in these areas in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all safety instructions, policies and procedures to ensure the health and safety of yourself and others

Production Performance:

• Regularly monitor production performance during shifts to meet or exceed safety, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Effective problem solving including implementing appropriate actions and preventive solutions.
• Develop continuous improvement plans for production performance and processes.
• Report on performance and required actions.
• Provide support to the wider team as required to meet organizational goals and objectives.

Unilever Manufacturing System (UMS)

• Lead teams focusing on agreed site priorities.
• Develop, implement and monitor action plans to meet these priorities.

Training and People Management:

• Create training and development plans for Team Leaders to meet production requirements.
• Identify recruitment needs and facilitate recruitment and onboarding activities.
• Monitor the Kronos Time and Attendance system.
• Roster staff in consultation with Team Leaders.
• Monitor training for new operators and maintain timely records.
• Provide feedback and direction to Team Leaders to foster development.
• Assist in development and delivery of training documentation including work instructions, and toolbox talks.
• Manage performance issues in consultation with Human Resources.
• Foster a culture that promotes respect and dignity, encourages continuous improvement and drives employee and process development.

Communication:

• Ensure clear communication with Team Leaders regarding priorities to ensure that priorities are carried out.
• Collaborate with other functions (maintenance, quality, planning, warehouse) for effective operation.
• Communicate with the Plant Manager about shift performance, site priorities, and people-related matters.

Does this sound like You?

Mandatory:

• Previous experience leading successful teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong data entry, problem solving skills, analytical/critical thinking with strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships to achieve win-win outcomes with teams and the wider organization.

What awaits you at Unilever?

The core of Unilever's culture is captured as Human, Purposeful, Accountable. You will be joining a dynamic, flexible, and inspiring work environment that truly cares about your wellbeing, values what you do and celebrates your success.

This is your opportunity to be part of a purpose-led business and a global community where you can progress your career both locally and internationally. You will also benefit from amazing discounts on external company products, attractive employee referral reward program amongst other benefits.

This is a great opportunity to work within an iconic and global organization. We have gained our reputation as one of the world's most admired employers by providing an environment where individuals can achieve their goals, both professionally and personally.

Make no mistake we expect a lot from our people as they do of us. So, if you can rise to the challenge, don't waste any time - apply now!

If you require reasonable adjustments for the application and recruitment process, please advise us on [email protected] .

Unilever is an organization committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities.

This means we encourage people with all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pacific Peoples, and people with disabilities. Interested in learning more, check out our Reconciliation Action Plan and Workplace Adjustment Policy on the Unilever webpage.

At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their 'Whole Self' to work and this includes you! We encourage you to advise us at the time of your application if you require any reasonable adjustment so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.