Leading Hand
- Coordinate the manufacturing crew, allocate work and keep production running safely and efficiently.
- Work hands-on with operators, provide on-the-floor support and training, and help resolve production issues.
- Promote safety, quality, housekeeping and continuous improvement while supporting shift handovers and production targets.
Stramit is one of Australia's leading manufacturers and suppliers of roll-formed steel building products, supporting residential, commercial and industrial construction across the country.
We're looking for an experienced Leading Hand to join our manufacturing team at Parkhurst, Rockhampton.
This is a hands-on role. You'll work alongside the crew while helping keep the shift safe, organised and productive. You'll support the Production Manager, coordinate the team and step in when something needs sorting.
What you'll be doing
- Help coordinate the day-to-day production crew
- Allocate work and keep production moving
- Work hands-on alongside the team when needed
- Lead toolbox talks and drive safe work practices
- Help the crew hit safety, quality and production targets
- Support and train operators on the floor
- Troubleshoot issues and help remove roadblocks
- Keep on top of housekeeping, quality, waste and 5S
- Support smooth shift handovers and continuous improvement
What we're looking for
You might already be a Leading Hand, Senior Operator or 2IC, or you could be an experienced manufacturing operator who's ready to step up.
You'll bring:
- Solid manufacturing or production experience
- A strong safety-first mindset
- Confidence leading and working alongside a crew
- Good communication and practical problem-solving skills
- A willingness to get stuck in and help when needed
- Basic computer skills, with ERP/M3 experience an advantage
- Exposure to Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement is a bonus
Why Stramit?
You'll be joining an established Australian manufacturing business where you'll have the opportunity to build your leadership experience while staying close to the work and the team.
Along with a supportive crew and stable manufacturing environment, you'll have access to Stramit/Fletcher Building employee benefits and development opportunities.
If you're a reliable, safety-focused operator who's ready to step up and lead from the front, we'd like to hear from you.
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