Production Supervisor

About the role

Saputo, a top 10 global dairy processor, is looking for a Production Supervisor for an existing opportunity in its organization. Reporting to the Production Manager, the supervisor leads production employees and oversees day-to-day operations so that quality, safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness are achieved in the processing and packaging of products. The shift is day shift, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, with flexible days of four days per week and 10-hour shifts.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure the safe, efficient and effective use of workforce, equipment and material resources.
• Provide leadership, direction, guidance, supervision, evaluation, motivation and training of production employees.
• Schedule equipment and personnel to meet production targets on time, and use operational data daily to measure trends and trigger corrective actions.
• Prepare written communications such as work procedures, notices and progress reports for senior management.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance and Technical Services to meet company and governmental quality, sanitation and environmental standards, and liaise with Maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Ensure safe conditions, protect employee health and safety, and manage inventories and daily sales projections.
• Handle personnel matters including recruitment, performance, discipline, time and attendance and labour planning.
• Maintain quality standards, build internal and external relationships and perform other duties as required.

Required profile

• Post-secondary education in Food Sciences, Dairy Technology, Microbiology or another related field.
• At least 3 years of progressive experience in a dairy or food manufacturing environment.
• Thorough knowledge of dairy operations, with emphasis on processing and sanitation.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Self-motivated, results oriented, able to work under pressure, with strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Available to work a monthly rotating shift (day and afternoon shifts).

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Analytical and organizational skills.

What we offer

• Salary of $80,130 to $105,170, depending on experience, education, skills and training.
• Group insurance, group retirement plan with employer contribution, telemedicine and assistance program.
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with employer match, paid parental leave and paid time off.
• Training and development programs, the Saputo Flex Program and organized activities for employees and families.
• Discounts on Saputo products.