Processing Supervisor

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Processing Supervisor to lead our prawn processing team at our Proserpine facility. This is a critical leadership role with significant autonomy, responsible for driving safe, efficient operations while developing a high-performing team culture.

You will oversee day-to-day site performance across safety, quality, production and people outcomes, champion continuous improvement, and play a key role in building workforce capability. This role offers a genuine pathway to broader operational management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop processing operators and team leaders to achieve production targets.
• Oversee two production sites, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Coach and train team members to build capability and high performance.
• Troubleshoot issues and maintain efficient workflow.

About You

• 3+ years supervisory experience in FMCG manufacturing or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of safety, quality and production performance drivers.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor and develop teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable and results-focused.
• Forklift licence (desirable).

What We Offer

• Full-time role with a very competitive salary.
• Clear pathway to operational management.
• Friendly, supportive and safety-focused team environment.
• Access to Maxxia Rewards and wellbeing support.
• Live and work in the beautiful Whitsundays!

Who are we?

Our people each contribute in different ways, embracing our business values and harnessing our can do – safely culture with purpose and intent.  Our shared values are an essential part of our business culture, they define us. They underpin and guide our commitment, attitude, how we work and the quality of our products. We are passionate, we achieve together, we own it and we can do safely.

If you are passionate about people, sustainability, and are ready for an exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply for this position with your Cover Letter and Resume. We encourage early applications as we review on a daily basis.

If you have any questions, please email Jeff at [email protected]