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Harris Smokehouse
About the role At Harris Smokehouse is seeking an experienced Leading Hand to help lead the charge. Based at our state-of-the-art Mount Barker facility, you'll take real ownership of machine performance, keeping every…
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About the role
About the role
At Harris Smokehouse is seeking an experienced Leading Hand to help lead the charge. Based at our state-of-the-art Mount Barker facility, you'll take real ownership of machine performance, keeping every line running at its best.
Reporting to the Team Supervisor and working shoulder-to-shoulder with the factory team, you'll lead from the front — coordinating machine operations, driving production, and keeping yield on point. This is genuine, hands-on leadership: physical, fast-paced and deeply rewarding.
Key responsibilities
Report to the Team Supervisor and work closely with the wider factory team
Lead a production team on the floor, keeping work organised and on schedule
Coordinate machinery and lead staff to keep production flowing efficiently
Ability to follow instructions and maintain records
Monitor production output and yield, taking action to keep both on track
Take ownership of machine settings, running and optimising equipment on the line
Train and support new employees as they join the team
Uphold WHS and HACCP procedures at all times
Fault-find production and machinery issues, working closely with Maintenance and Quality
Lead and assist with cleaning to food safety standards
Step in operationally wherever needed — this is a genuinely hands-on role
About you
Experience in manufacturing or food production (essential)
Exposure to machinery, plant or equipment environments — seafood or meat processing highly regarded
Previous experience as a leading hand or supervisor
Working knowledge of HACCP and WHS procedures
Confidence fault-finding machinery and process issues, and liaising with Maintenance and management
Ability to lift up to 20kg and remain on your feet for extended periods
Comfortable working in a cold, wet environment
Sound understanding of safety, maintenance and operational processes
Benefits
Above Award wages
A key leadership role with genuine influence on the production floor
Competitive remuneration
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — support to help you thrive at home and at work
Onsite parking
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