Enjoy an affordable, regional coastal lifestyle – based in Bundaberg We invest in you To develop your skills and safety knowledge – we provide funding for safety courses, certifications, and professional development courses. To support your family and meet your personal goals – with financial or in-kind assistance in times of need and through the Stahmann Webster Be Your Best program. Build a long-term career in agriculture Career development opportunities – 80% of our orchard leadership positions have been rewarded internally in our fast-growing business. Exceptional job security – our size and scope and long-term investment horizon provide opportunities for rewarding, long-term careers. Make a difference Have your say – we encourage our people to provide regular feedback to our leaders and contribute to our regular engagement surveys. Be a part of a bigger purpose – we give back to our local communities and promote the health of our global environment through a range of purpose-driven initiatives. And so much more! The People's Pantry – we provide a pantry of food items available to you whenever you need a little something to keep you going. Take an extra day off each year, on us – we provide a Gratitude Day to all employees as a thank you for their hard work and commitment. Feel supported at work – we understand that sometimes "life-happens" and so through our wellness program we work with our people to ensure they can access any support they may need both personally and professionally. Enjoy a diverse and inclusive workplace – our people come from more than 20 cultural backgrounds, and we celebrate all of our communities, whether local or from around the country and around the world. Opportunity to travel – your role may offer opportunity, if you wish, for you to travel between our sites and experience different parts of Australia and our business. About the Role Reporting to the Factory Operations Manager, you will join our dynamic and growing team to oversee all operational aspects of processing, cracking, colour sorting and finishing rooms at our Bundaberg macadamia factory. You will work closely with the production team leaders and operators to oversee and coordinate work processes, machinery operations and the quality and volume of output.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Oversee nuts received, allocation, drying, bagging, cracking and curing processes Effectively overlay quality and safety requirements with processing requirements Ensure SWPs are followed to maintain a high standard of product quality including controlling and curing of silos Provide support and work with the teams to achieve daily and weekly operational KPIs Actively communicate and work closely with team leaders, quality and maintenance teams to identify inefficiencies and reduce bottlenecks Maintain accurate records for the different areas under your responsibility Provide training to production team members Help roll out new or revised procedures and programs to all team members Create an environment for open communication to allow team members to share their ideas Minimum Requirements: Minimum of 2 years' experience working in a manufacturing environment Commitment and strong focus on safety and quality Demonstrated accuracy working with numerical data and calculations Proven experience leading a team A solution-focused approach towards your work Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment Good communication skills both verbal and written Can competently use Microsoft applications (particularly Excel) The ability to participate in ongoing training and be open to new ideas Availability to work weekends when required Experience working in a similar role in a food manufacturing environment Underpinning knowledge of food processing Working knowledge of GMP and quality management systems Driver's Licence About us At Stahmann Webster, we pride ourselves on being farm-to-table producers of world-class pecans, walnuts, macadamias, and almonds. With a history stretching back almost 200 years, we are one of Australia's oldest companies and a pioneer of the tree nut industry in this country.
Our diverse team of dedicated people have been the driving force behind our success. As industry leaders, we take pride in our past and draw on a depth of experience, while continuing to develop our team and hone our techniques. Research, innovation, and technology aid and challenge us to find exciting and environmentally sustainable horticultural and production practices.
We are focused on attracting outstanding industry professionals to our business and to building strong relationships within the community to identify and nurture future talent. Our commitment to safety, to our people and to our community lies at the heart of our values.
Stahmann Webster runs farming and processing operations and administration offices in Queensland (Bundaberg, Brisbane and Toowoomba), NSW (Moree and the Riverina) and Tasmania (Swansea) and employs up to 300 people nationally with a diverse range of skills and backgrounds.
Values-based organisation At Stahmann Webster, our values lie at the heart of all of our decisions.
Growth mindset – We challenge ourselves and each other to never be standing still, we consistently strive to do things better. Empowered – We relish the opportunity to enrich and enlarge our roles, gripping autonomy and freedoms that matter. Resilient – We approach all challenges with positivity and determination, viewing every setback as temporary and surmountable. Connected – We are united around a shared purpose and never hesitate to support people in other parts of the business to be successful. Humble – We are dedicated to serving each other and always put the team first. We would like to hear from you about what is important to you so we can continue to improve our culture and the employee experience.
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