Shift Supervisor – Manufacturing

About the role

CoreStaff is recruiting a Supervisor for an established manufacturer in Adelaide. You will lead approximately 10 to 12 employees per shift, supported by a 2IC and experienced senior operators, while learning the equipment, processes and standards of the business. Reporting directly to the Coordinator, this is a hands-on leadership position where guiding people is as important as meeting production targets. You must be available to rotate weekly across all three shifts (morning, afternoon and night); fixed shifts are not available.

Key responsibilities

• Lead approximately 10 to 12 direct reports across your allocated shift.
• Work with your 2IC and senior operators to coordinate daily production.
• Maintain clear communication through shift handovers and regular floor walkthroughs.
• Monitor safety, product quality and output, taking action when issues arise.
• Coordinate with maintenance and other production teams when technical support is required.

Required profile

• Previous experience leading a team in manufacturing or a similar operational environment.
• Food manufacturing experience is preferred; leaders from other manufacturing backgrounds will be considered.
• An approachable leadership style with the confidence to address issues and follow through.
• Willingness to learn the machinery, production processes and the way the business operates.
• Full availability for the required weekly rotating roster.

What we offer

• A leadership role with responsibility for your own team.
• Support from a 2IC and experienced senior operators.
• Training alongside an existing Team Leader to build your operational knowledge.
• The opportunity to develop your leadership skills within an established manufacturing business.

Candidates apply through SEEK with an updated resume outlining their leadership experience and manufacturing background, and must confirm their availability for the weekly rotating roster in their application.