Assistant Production Manager

Location: Port Colborne

Job Description
At Jungbunzlauer Canada Inc. the Xanthan Team Leader holds a critical leadership role in production and operations of the Xanthan Plant. Using strong skills and knowledge of chemical/mechanical systems as well as leadership abilities, the job holder leads a Team of Production Technicians and Blending and Packaging technicians that operates and optimizes production while minimizing waste. Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a safe working environment and achieving operational excellence using diligence and discernment in the performance of your duties.

Job Description
At Jungbunzlauer Canada Inc. the Xanthan Team Leader holds a critical leadership role in production and operations of the Xanthan Plant. Using strong skills and knowledge of chemical/mechanical systems as well as leadership abilities, the job holder leads a Team of Production Technicians and Blending and Packaging technicians that operates and optimizes production while minimizing waste. Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a safe working environment and achieving operational excellence using diligence and discernment in the performance of your duties.

This position is part of the Emergency Rescue Team (ERT). Team Leaders are required to complete all mandatory training and are expected to respond promptly, follow established safety protocols, and support rescue operations as needed to ensure the safety and well-being of all personnel.

Health, Safety, and Compliance:

Ensure full compliance with all health and safety regulations, policies, and procedures for all employees and contractors in the Xanthan Gum production facility

Promote and support safety and quality programs as an active member of the Leadership Group.

Uphold safety reporting standards and drive continuous improvements in workplace safety

Maintain and implement lockout/tagout procedures daily, ensuring completion of safe work permits and required documentation before commencing any work

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) And Training

Assist in preparing and drafting all SOPs and OPLs required for safety, quality, and production operations

Manage and monitoring of key process parameters of rectification department to ensure efficient operation

Manage and operate the rectification process of the IPA distillation to ensure efficient and continuous operation

Maintain and update the training matrix to ensure all employees are appropriately trained and qualified to perform their assigned tasks

Oversee the training and performance of Fermentation and Purification Technicians, as well as Blending and Packaging personnel

Quality And Food Safety

Ensure all products consistently meet or exceed established quality and food safety standards.

Safeguard food safety by ensuring adherence to all regulatory and company-specific requirements

Production And Process Management

Drive achievement of production volume targets in line with budgeted goals

Manage process control systems for Xanthan gum process to ensure efficient and continuous operations

Implement continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing performance, sustainability, and overall operational efficiency

Ensure the facility maintains an “audit ready” status at all times, including housekeeping, compliance with operational excellence principles, and FSSC standards

Communication And Collaboration

Foster effective communication across the Xanthan Management Team and through cross-functional collaboration with other departments

Participate in customer audits, presenting operational strengths and addressing any areas of improvement

Planning And Monitoring

Monitor and execute production planning according to internal specifications and manufacturing execution software PAXAN.

Oversee the sterility of the lab fermenter by inspecting culture plates and inoculation procedures of the Preferment er

Conduct daily team meetings with all shift staff to discuss safety, production planning, quality, and KPIs

Monitor and control key process parameters for fermentation, purification, blending and packaging operations

Collaborate with maintenance personnel by assisting in equipment maintenance tasks. Participate in diagnosing process inefficiencies or equipment malfunctions and report in SAP.

Ensure adherence to cleanliness standards, energy efficiency goals, and regulatory compliance.

Monitor performance of the IPA distillation at rectification processes, working closely with technicians to ensure optimal output

Operational Excellence

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