Production Supervisor

Overview

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The Production Supervisor plays an integral role within our manufacturing facilities on the afternoon shift. You will lead by example, provide leadership and guidance to the team, and promote a culture where safety comes first. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and focus on continuous improvement, collaborating with others to encourage new ideas.

Reason for vacancy:
Existing Headcount.

• Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring employees are trained on proper equipment use in compliance with OHSA, JHSC recommendations, MOL work orders, company safety policies, GMPs, and HACCP requirements, including all required documentation.
• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet quality, safety, and production objectives.
• Assign employees, establish work priorities, and resolve operational issues to ensure efficient workflow.
• Oversee production activities to ensure implementation, verification, and compliance with GMP, HACCP, etc., in accordance with applicable legislation.
• Takes initiative and exercises timely and good judgment in day-to-day business decisions to drive efficiency.
• Assist in accident investigations and participate in WSIB case management, ensuring early and safe return of injured workers to modified and/or productive duties.
• Develop, direct, manage, train, and motivate employees by clearly communicating job expectations, appraising results, coaching, counseling, and disciplining as needed.
• Administration of company policies and procedures.
• Recognize, support, and commit to the Food Safety promise and facility mission statement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce waste in the manufacturing process.

• Secondary school education (high school)
• Previous production experience
• Proven initiative and leadership skills
• Continuous learner with willingness to embrace change while driving results
• Experience and commitment to Good Manufacturing Practices
• Good verbal communication skills in a multi-cultural environment; ability to address front-line employee relations issues
• Good written communication skills for emails to cross-functional teams and reporting
• Good math skills relevant to daily production counts
• Problem solving with willingness to take calculated risks
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and other computer software necessary for Maple Leaf Operations

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company with a vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth
• An inclusive culture and a safe work environment that rewards excellence and empowers everyone to contribute
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits starting on your first day
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops and resources for career progression
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement for eligible degrees, diplomas, certifications, or trades programs
• Up to two paid volunteer days annually

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic brands like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.®. We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global company with locations in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico, and business in Asia. We champion diversity and inclusion and value an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard. Our Leadership Values guide decisions for stakeholders and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

Disclaimer:
Salaries posted on third-party sites are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are estimates. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and a benefits package discussed during interview. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet security criteria for the position.