Assistant Food Production Supervisor

Responsibilities

The Assistant Production Supervisor oversees day-to-day production operations to ensure processes run smoothly, efficiently, and safely. This role is responsible for supervising a team of production employees, monitoring output, and ensuring all products meet established food safety and quality standards.

• Assist with ordering and receiving materials, perform weekly cycle counts and complete month-end inventory reconciliations.
• Ensure all standard operating and sanitation procedures are followed in the production activities.
• Supervise everyday production schedules and assist in resolving all issues.
• Monitor production output and quality, making necessary adjustments to the process and equipment as needed.
• Supervise and perform equipment assembling, disassembling, and cleaning.
• Assigning specific tasks to individual employees and ensuring that they are performing their jobs safely and effectively.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure all food safety and food quality standards are met.
• Conduct daily production planning.
• Monitor inventory levels and leftover material quantities.
• Schedule and assign employee shifts, monitor employees time and attendance.
• Provide hands‑on experience in day‑to‑day operations.
• Develop and implement plans to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies (employee training, planning, assigning, and directing work, addressing complaints and resolving problems).
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by enforcing all safety policies and procedures.
• Reports on production levels, employee performance, and other relevant data to upper management.
• Other ad hoc duties as required to ensure the business runs smoothly.

• Previous supervisory/management experience in a food processing facility.
• Solid knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP plant experience is an asset.
• Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement processes (LEAN manufacturing, 6 Sigma).
• Knowledge of MS Office, & Excel.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated, cold climate.

• Full‑time starting immediately at $23.00-$25.00/hour
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• Power of
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Live our core values - "Own it", "Care about it", "Make it exceptional", and "Win together" - as we work together to create better food for everyone, the Japanese way.
• Competitive rewards:
  Upon meeting eligibility criteria, reap the benefits of a comprehensive group health benefits that recognize your outstanding contribution.
• Ignite your potential:
  Fuel your growth with extensive training and opportunities for career advancement, empowering you to unleash your full potential.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion:
  We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion thrive, empowering every voice to be heard and celebrated through meaningful initiatives and programs.
• Drive sustainable impact:
  As part of our dedication to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, we actively promote sustainable practices and initiatives to create a positive impact on our environment and communities.