Plant Supervisor (3:30pm - 1:00am)

Our story began with a passionate idea that we could change the world.... And to be honest, we’ve never stopped believing that... In 1986 it was a simple concept that microbiology teamed with innovation and clinical contribution could eliminate an issue that was profoundly impacting the healthcare industry – HIV acquired through needle-stick injuries.

 

In Australia, we lived out our dream. Investing years into R&D to create the safest containment system in the world and taking on the industry status quo to petition for higher standards in sharps protection, we witnessed an 80+ percent reduction in disposal-related needlestick injuries nationwide. And then we kept going...

The Plant supervisor will be accountable for managing production workers, facility maintenance, including hiring, training, developing, and ongoing floor support and direction.

Lead daily plant operations and maintenance, working on the floor and supervising shift teams.

Monitor and analyze KPIs, providing insights to Plant Managers and Supervisors.

Troubleshoot operational issues and implement practical solutions to minimize downtime.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including process mapping, 5S, audits, and workflow optimization.

Support process reviews, SOP development, training programs, and audit implementation.

Ensure compliance with regulatory, ISO, and safety standards.

Oversee equipment performance, perform minor repairs, and ensure completion of preventive maintenance.

Manage inventory, stock control, and ordering.

Coordinate safety and communication meetings (e.g., Tailgates, Safety Committee).

Train, mentor, and support performance development of plant personnel.

Maintain clean, safe, and organized work environments.

Manage staff scheduling and resources to meet operational targets.

Support business continuity, including occasional Lead Hand coverage.

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration while ensuring customer satisfaction.