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Mid-Level

Team Leader - Manufacturing

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FLSmidth

FLSmidth

Brisbane
On-site
Posted April 23, 2026

Job Description

Ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where safety, quality and teamwork come first?

We’re looking for an experienced Team Leader - Manufacturing to lead, motivate and support a high-performing team within FLSmidth. This is a key role for someone who enjoys being on the floor, leading by example, and making a real impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead and support a team of polyurethane employees, driving performance, safety and quality outcomes

  • Supervise day-to-day polyurethane operations, ensuring all work is completed safely and efficiently

  • Champion a Safety First culture and ensure compliance with FLSmidth Quality Policies and Procedures

  • Communicate job requirements clearly and keep work moving smoothly and on time

  • Coach, mentor and motivate your team to be their best

  • Provide regular operational updates to the Production Supervisor

  • Investigate receipting issues and put practical solutions in place to prevent repeat issues

  • Get involved in continuous improvement and support site housekeeping and planning standards

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong hands-on experience working with polyurethane

  • Solid understanding of polyurethane chemicals and mixing processes

  • Proven experience leading teams in manufacturing, fabrication, mining or minerals processing environments

  • Previous Team Leader experience in warehousing or distribution is highly regarded

  • A natural leader who enjoys supporting, developing and motivating others

  • Confident communicator with great people skills

  • Organised, reliable and able to juggle multiple priorities

  • Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

  • Relevant qualifications or certificates (desirable, not essential)

  • A genuine willingness to learn and grow with the business

FLSmidth is a leading global supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to the mining and minerals industries.

We offer all employees access to a dedicated recognition platform, empowering you to celebrate achievements, share appreciation and stay connected globally.