Producion Supervisor

About the role

The Production Supervisor directly supervises production employees to maximize productivity on assigned shifts and areas. This includes planning, assigning and directing work, addressing product and employee complaints and resolving problems.

Responsibilities

• Works with plant management and other supervisory staff to assign, direct, review and monitor work of supervised staff to meet production, efficiency and cost objectives.
• Ensures proper procedures are in place and being consistently followed for production efficiency, quality of product, food safety, employee safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Leads daily production operations, identifying and resolving issues that impact throughput, downtime, and performance.
• Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup, operation and adjustments to equipment.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Maintenance, Quality, and Warehouse to meet plant performance objectives.
• Provides direct supervision of assigned employees including scheduling, attendance, coaching, discipline and performance management.
• Maintains time and production records as required.
• Drives continuous improvement efforts by identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions and sustaining improvements using CI methods.
• Participates in plant initiatives related to cost control, efficiency and operational improvement.

Requirements

• A minimum of an Associate’s degree in Operations Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety requirements.
• Experience leading and enforcing Safety/Security policies and procedures.
• Proficient with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization, prioritization and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to coach, develop and hold a team accountable.
• Ability to manage employee relations issues in a consistent and compliant manner.
• Understanding of cost containment, labor efficiency and production metrics.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends in support of plant operations.

Qualifications

• Must possess a strong work character and have the ability to work in a team environment.
• Must possess a strong work ethic and passion for the job.
• Ability to multi-task and follow instructions.
• Must be self-motivated and self-directed to support complex operations.
• Critical thinking and ability to analyze data and situations is a must.

Skills

• Leadership
• Problem-solving
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Continuous improvement

Benefits

We support and care for our employees by providing them with development opportunities that enhance career fulfillment, meaningful compensation & benefits that help care for their families, and opportunities to contribute to their community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

Pay

Grade 7: $66,435 - $99,655

Schedule

Flexible schedule to support plant operations.