Production Coordinator

About our opportunity (JULY/AUGUST COMMENCEMENT): We have an opportunity at the iconic household name - Jalna, for a dedicated and experienced Night Shift Production Coordinator to join our manufacturing team in Jalna, Thomastown. Reporting to the Production Manager, this role is responsible for overseeing the hour-to-hour activities of production, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while optimising efficiency. Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate production operations on a shift basis, to meet demand and efficiency targets.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety and food manufacturing standards (HACCP, GMP).
• Monitor production processes and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
• Ensure timely and accurate production confirmation data entry into SAP while identifying and investigate inconsistencies.
• Coordinate and motivate the production team, providing guidance, coaching and feedback.
• Assist in implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Be a role model for working safely and promoting a safe working environment.

About You:

• Degree or equivalent certification in Engineering, Dairy Technology, Food Science or related field
• Experience running Night shift independently
• Strong decision-maker
• Strong leadership skills and ability to drive results
• Strong organisation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office. SAP knowledge is highly desirable

Employee Benefits:

• Access to the 'Milk Bar' our internal savings reward system
• On-site parking available
• Access to our internal learning platform 'Learning factory' where you can further your own knowledge continuously

Ours is a STORY of a family business created by the Besnier Family in 1933 and is today the worlds’ No. 1 dairy company. We are 85,000 loyal team members working across 100 countries and together we create the #LactalisExperience. Lactalis Australia’s iconic and heritage brands are our PASSION, providing quality and nutritious products for all Australians. We are humble, proud and resilient. We care for our employees, land, farmers and consumers, which is our driving purpose to ensure a responsible and sustainable dairy industry. We take pride in developing our internal talent and encourage entrepreneurship by bringing together pragmatic and tenacious personalities. Our accountability ensures we have ownership within our roles and with our EXPERTISE and dairy "know how", sets us apart. Lactalis is a supporter of reducing barriers that exist due to traditional working practices and therefore flexible work arrangements will be considered for this role. We are an equal opportunity employer and we encourage applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, religious beliefs or disability. If you are ready to join the #LactalisExperience Apply now! More About Lactalis Australia Click on the link to learn more about Lactalis Australia and our journey which has led us to become the World’s No.1 Dairy Company https://lactalis.com.au