Job Description

Senior Technical Operator - Industrial

Permanent, full-time role with competitive remuneration and benefitsLocation: Australia, Queensland, Murarrie, work on-site with a supportive, collaborative teamShift Hours: 6:00am to 2:00pm (*level of flexibility required)Career growth: Expand your expertise in a growing, successful industryProfessional development: Gain valuable experience in a dynamic, evolving role working within our company’s, Allflex production teamRole Type: Supervisory technical role assisting the Team Leader with leadership responsibilities, process improvement, and broad operational oversight: ideal for experienced candidates ready to support and drive continuous improvement

Become a key player in our Allflex production team as a Senior Technical Operator. In this supervisory role, you will assist the Team Leader by taking on leadership duties, driving process improvements, and overseeing daily operations. This position is perfect for experienced candidates eager to make a real impact and lead continuous improvement efforts.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include, however not limited to:

Supervise shift operations in a small team fabricating electronic RFID readersMonitor and support factory performance, machinery operation, and quality inspectionTroubleshoot machinery and respond promptly to operator requestsPerform scheduled preventative maintenance and cleaningPromote production KPIs such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), yield, and waste reductionEnsure compliance with Quality, Environmental Health & Safety policies and proactively report hazardsAssist the Team Leader with task planning and technician supportComplete production reports and maintain clear communication and recordsMaintain production area tidiness aligned with 5S and Lean manufacturing principlesRaise maintenance issues promptly and monitor product quality, isolating defectsReport disruptions and recommend improvements to procedures, machinery, and trainingLead improvement initiatives and support performance management and trainingAssist with BOM maintenance, assembly work orders, and product serial management

What You Must have

Experience managing teams in production preferred but not essential (full training provided)Strong time management, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindsetAdvanced verbal and written communication skillsExcellent organisational skills and PC proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)Emotional intelligence, empathy, resilience, and adaptabilityAbility to collaborate across teams and demonstrate inclusive behavioursHigh ethical standards and responsible use of company assets

What You Can Expect 

Hands-on, on-site role within a supportive, global leader in Animal HealthAutonomy in your work while being an integral part of a close-knit, collaborative teamOpportunities to grow and develop your skills through ongoing training and professional developmentA dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact team success and continuous improvement

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Conventional Machining, Conventional Machining, Corrective Action Management, Equipment Maintenance, Equipment Set Up, Fabrication Processes, Inventory Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Lean Manufacturing, Legal Compliance, Maintenance Processes, Management Process, Manufacturing Quality Control, Material Selection, Microsoft Word, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Preventive Maintenance, Production Planning, Production Quality, Production Reports, Production Scheduling, Recordkeeping, Safety Compliance, Site Safety, Statistical Process Control (SPC) {+ 4 more}

 Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

10/7/2025

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Requisition ID:R361247