Production Team Leader - Ulverstone

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:
 

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

• Annual incentive (bonus) scheme
• Undertake leadership & development training opportunities
• Fully supplied and laundered uniform + boots + PPE
• Income Protection Insurance
• Company provided soft tissue specialist appointments
• Novated car leasing agreements
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• On-site canteen 

About Our Role

• Team Leader role within a food production environment - lead a team of experienced Operators
• Permanent full-time, shift based 4:4 position - 12.2 hours shifts (2 x day / 2 x night / 4 x off)
• Hands-on, active role on the factory floor
   

Simplot Global Food are seeking applicants for unique opportunity in the position of Team Leader, to join the Production team at our Ulverstone manufacturing facility.  Reporting to the Packing Area Manager, the Team Leader will assume accountability for delivering the production plan with a focus on safety, quality and efficiencies whilst supporting and developing team members.  

Simplot Ulverstone has a proud history in the local community dating back to 1942, and our location on the banks of the Leven River is ideally situated close to the rich, fertile soils where our potatoes are grown.  We process around 300,000 tonnes of potatoes from 165 Tasmanian growers each year, producing high quality potato products that are enjoyed by consumers all over Australia.  Site capabilities / products include fries (coated & uncoated + different cuts), sweet potato fries, potato gems, and hash browns in addition to 8 x automated packing lines. 

What You Will Do

Duties will include, but are not limited to;

• Demonstrate safe work methodology
• Facilitate daily pre-start meetings and convey any shift handover details and / or site communications
• Set clear direction of the daily work plan to the production team
• Ensure team conformance to manufacturing performance requirements and take correction action when necessary
• Provide first escalation point for the team re: safety, quality, sustainability, reliability and performance issues, engaging other resources as required
• Liaise with Production Area Managers, Production Manager and the Maintenance teams (mechanical & electrical) for problem solving and resolution of breakdown & preventative maintenance activities
• Responsibility for line / shift reporting
• Utilising Simplot Work Systems methodology for problem solving, root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

• Possess a 100% commitment to health, safety and wellbeing in the workplace
• Have a sound understanding and working knowledge of the Lean Manufacturing methodology (essential)
• Demonstrated people leadership skills with a focus on interactive / in-person engagement and a willingness to guide people & their performance (essential)
• A skill set and knowledge of operating fixed plant food processing equipment and machinery woulld be advantageous
• Ability & confidence to facilitate meetings with a high level of communication skills, both written & verbal
• Ability to work 12.2 hour shifts across a 4:4 day / night rotating roster
• Show strong attention to detail, ability to follow standard work and complete tasks to a high standard
• Be driven to engage in personal development opportunities
• Possess an intermediate level of PC skills using the Windows platform
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical (incl. urine based drug & alcohol screening)

Click on the "Apply" button to submit your application, ensuring a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up-to-date resume are included (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT 12/12/2025 - Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting activities prior to advert closing date.