Production Team Leader

About the Role 

We are seeking an experienced Production Team Leader to supervise and support the day to day activities of our production team at our West Gosford facility. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are achieved. This is a hands on leadership position responsible for coordinating workflow, supporting team performance, and fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with production employees and management to deliver operational excellence across every shift.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead, motivate, and support production employees across designated production lines and areas. 
• Coordinate daily workflow and allocate labour resources to meet production schedules and operational priorities. 
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, company policies, and standard operating procedures. 
• Monitor product quality, productivity, waste, and operational performance throughout the shift. 
• Complete production documentation and communicate shift outcomes, issues, and operational risks to management.  

About You 

You are a proactive and hands on leader with experience working in a production or manufacturing environment. You thrive in fast paced operations, enjoy developing people, and have a genuine commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork. With strong communication and problem-solving skills, you can effectively balance operational priorities while maintaining a positive and productive workplace culture. You take ownership, lead by example, and are passionate about driving team performance and continuous improvement.  

You Will Bring 

• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting teams within a production, manufacturing, warehousing, or similar operational environment. 
• Demonstrated experience working to production targets and operational KPIs. 
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities. 
• Effective communication, problem solving, and decision-making skills. 
• Basic computer literacy and experience completing operational reporting and documentation.  

Life at Hewitt 

With 120 years of family ownership, Hewitt is an iconic Australian agricultural business with a deep commitment to land, livestock and community. Over the past decade, Hewitt has evolved from its livestock production origins into a global, sustainable protein producer, with premium organic and grass-fed brands stocked by leading retailers across Australia, the United States and Asia. 

Guided by a vision to feed the world with a system that lasts forever, Hewitt delivers ethical, nutritious protein at global scale. Our fully integrated supply chain - spanning owned cattle stations, trusted producer partners, processing and retail - provides unmatched transparency, quality and resilience, setting Hewitt apart within the global food system. 

Hewitt is a hands-on, collaborative business where being present matters. Whether in the office, on station, or in production, you’re contributing to something real: real food, real impact, real teamwork. 

Join Hewitt for the Opportunity of a Lifetime 

• Values-Driven Organisation – Join a company with a 120-year family heritage, a clear purpose, and a long-term focus on sustainability, animal welfare, and quality. 
• Competitive Remuneration Package – We recognise and reward your contributions with a fair and transparent pay structure. 
• Opportunities to grow and develop – Learn on the job, gain new skills, and progress across office, production, and farm/station roles. 
• Support When You Need It – Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional wellbeing. 
• The Hewitt Experience – Shared Connections & Celebration – Our teams come together to celebrate wins and build connections. Enjoy monthly BBQs cooked with our finest meats, make-your-own wrap or sandwich, morning teas, staff sales, and Employee of the Month recognition. Whether you’re in the office, on production & warehouse sites, or working at our cattle and sheep stations, there’s always an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy being part of a tight-knit team. 

Applications Close on 14 August 2026 

Hewitt is committed to equal opportunity employment and to fostering a workplace that values equity, diversity, and respect. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. 

By applying, you acknowledge that proof of eligibility to work in Australia will be required. 

We are managing this recruitment process internally and kindly request no contact from recruitment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will not be accepted.