Significant opportunity to work locally in a rapidly growing, global brand!
Join the team as a Fabrication Leading Hand at our Koppers Round Wood Manufacturing & Treatment Plant facility in Takura.
About the role
Leading a team responsible for fabrication of utility poles and roundwood products, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing efficient operation of our pole production line, whilst ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality and productivity. Daily activities include:
- Lead, motivate & supervise a team of production operators, ensuring a positive & productive work environment
- Coordinate & prioritise production schedules to meet set targets
- Monitor production processes, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, quality standards & manufacturing procedures
- Conduct regular quality checks & audits to identify & rectify deviations or defects
- Provide clear direction, coaching & support to team members to enhance skills, performance & job satisfaction
- Contribute to a culture of safety awareness & strict adherence to health & safety regulations
- Drive initiatives for process optimisation, waste reduction & efficiency enhancement within the fabrication process
What are we looking for
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment (similar role ideal)
- Strong understanding of manufacturing & production processes, quality control & safety regulations
- Ability to lead & motivate a team
- Analytical, problem-solving mindset to identify & address production issues efficiently
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members & management
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Physically fit with a satisfactory pre-employment medical screening
What's on offer
- Opportunity to establish a long term career with a global brand
- Supportive team environment in a rapidly growing organisation with strong values
- Stability and access to future rewards scheme
Who are we
Since its establishment over 55 years ago, Koppers Australia has expanded its product & service range to become a leading diversified manufacturer of quality carbon materials, chemicals & treated wood products across Australasia & the Pacific. Our Koppers Wood Products, Takura facility, manufactures and markets a range of products including treated domestic posts, treated industrial piling and treated power poles and cross arms.
Our commitment to People, Planet, and Performance is the foundation from which we operate and we are proud to support manufacturing jobs in rural Australia.
If you'd like to join the Koppers Team, we'd love to hear from you.