Food Production Supervisor

A Food Production Supervisor manages a team of workers at a food processing facility. You might supervise the overall production of food and drink products or work in a particular department such as packaging or shipping. Food Production Supervisors ensure products meet quality standards and make sure all food safety standards are met. You might handle issues such as staff rostering or training.

Food Production Supervisors should have good organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. You’ll need to be a good leader and able to communicate well with your team. Food Production Supervisors should be able to work to a deadline and manage their time well.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $88,920
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a food production supervisor?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
FBP30121

Certificate III in Food Processing
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$4,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Production Worker Food Process Worker Production Worker
Food Production Supervisor Production Operator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Production Worker Food Process Worker Production Worker Food Production Supervisor Production Operator + 2 more
SFI40219

Certificate IV in Seafood Post Harvest Operations
On Campus, Online
24 months
$2,770
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Seafood Distributor Operations Manager Compliance Officer
Food Production Supervisor Waste Management Officer Quality Officer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Seafood Distributor Operations Manager Compliance Officer Food Production Supervisor Waste Management Officer Quality Officer + 3 more
FBP40421

Certificate IV in Food Science and Technology
Blended, On Campus
12 - 18 months
$0 - $15,229
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Production Manager Food Production Supervisor Food Safety Officer
Food Tester Food Scientist Food Technologist Laboratory Technician
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Production Manager Food Production Supervisor Food Safety Officer Food Tester Food Scientist Food Technologist Laboratory Technician + 4 more
FBP40321

Certificate IV in Food Processing
Traineeship
12 - 24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Production Manager Food Production Supervisor Bakery Production Operator
Food Engineer Process Technician Food Technologist Operations Coordinator Operations Officer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Production Manager Food Production Supervisor Bakery Production Operator Food Engineer Process Technician Food Technologist Operations Coordinator Operations Officer + 5 more
FBP50121

Diploma of Food Science and Technology
Blended, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $17,115
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Technologist Food Production Supervisor Brewer
Food Safety Supervisor
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Technologist Food Production Supervisor Brewer Food Safety Supervisor + 1 more
FBPRBK3003

Produce Specialist Pastry Products
On Campus
5 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pastry Chef Baker Patissier
Food Production Supervisor Food Production Manager Cake Decorator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pastry Chef Baker Patissier Food Production Supervisor Food Production Manager Cake Decorator + 3 more
FBPRBK3004

Produce Meringue Products
On Campus
5 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pastry Chef Baker Bakery Assistant
Patissier Cake Decorator Chef de Partie Food Production Supervisor
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pastry Chef Baker Bakery Assistant Patissier Cake Decorator Chef de Partie Food Production Supervisor + 4 more
FBPRBK3013

Schedule and Produce Cake and Pastry Production
On Campus
4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pastry Chef Baker Cake Decorator
Food Production Worker Bakery Assistant Food Production Supervisor
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pastry Chef Baker Cake Decorator Food Production Worker Bakery Assistant Food Production Supervisor + 3 more
FBPRBK3015

Schedule and Produce Bakery Production
On Campus
4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Baker Pastry Chef Production Worker
Bakery Manager Food Production Supervisor Bakery Assistant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Baker Pastry Chef Production Worker Bakery Manager Food Production Supervisor Bakery Assistant + 3 more
FBP40621

Certificate IV in Artisan Fermented Products
Blended
24 months
$14,960
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Brewer Food Production Supervisor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Brewer Food Production Supervisor
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Related occupations

Food Production Worker

A Food Production Worker handles tasks in food and drink production, including preparing ingredients, quality checking, packaging, and cleaning while adhering to hygiene standards.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Food Process Worker

A Food Process Worker prepares ingredients and participates in the production, quality control, and packaging of food and drink products while ensuring safety and hygiene.

Avg yearly income $59,800
Skill level Beginner

Food Production Manager

A Food Production Manager oversees food manufacturing, ensuring production targets and safety standards are met while managing quality and packaging.

Avg yearly income $99,996
Skill level Advanced

Food Safety Officer

A Food Safety Officer ensures compliance with food production standards by monitoring processes, conducting quality tests, and maintaining documentation.

Avg yearly income $67,600
Skill level Advanced

Food Technologist

A Food Technologist develops and tests food products, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with industry standards while working in a team.

Avg yearly income $77,480
Skill level Advanced

Common questions

How much does a Food Production Supervisor earn?

In Australia, a full time Food Production Supervisor generally earns $1,710 per week ($88,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for a Food Production Supervisor?

This industry has seen an increase in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 30,400 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Food Production Supervisor. Food Production Supervisors may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly in larger towns and cities where processing facilities are located.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Food Production Supervisor?

If a career as a Food Production Supervisor interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Food Processing. You’ll learn to maintain a food safety plan and deal with contamination and spoilage. This course covers topics such as scheduling and managing food production and food safety audits.

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