Production Supervisor; Rivermede

About Us!

As part of the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1,000 products across; 18 brands Canadians know and trust, like Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery®, Takis®, Thomas'®, Little Bites™, Vachon®, Hostess® and more.

In business for more than 110 years, the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4,000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada creates value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains, retail outlets and food service operations across Canada.

At Bimbo Canada, we’re more than just a bakery - we’re a family dedicated to baking delicious moments for millions. Our beliefs are the foundation of our success, and we’re looking for people who share our commitment to excellence.

• Provide leadership and direct supervision to hourly associates. This includes training associates, validating training booklets and managing the performance of your direct reports.
• Involvement and leadership in Continuous Improvement Programs to achieve productivity improvements.
• Follow up on actionable items with the team.
• Facilitate LOTO training.
• Take lead in SWP and risk assessments.
• Oversee product quality and take proactive steps in managing the complaints and addressing quality related CAPAs (Corrective Action Plans)
• Attend meetings with the Union, hourly associates and Human relations when required.
• Make recommendations regarding line improvements.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure that you and your team are in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, JHSC recommendations, MOL work orders, Company Safety rules and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Provide performance management counseling and/or progressive discipline in a timely fashion when required.
• Participate in monthly safety/crew talks, weekly Safety Interactions, Hazard IDs and Workplace Inspections
• Ensure execution of sensory evaluations, , moles (Oven Thermal Profiling), Systematic Supervisions and their next steps
• Take ownership of the GB Connected usage per shift (Downtime classification, Dough, FG and Waste Recording)
• Take initiative and exercise good judgment in day-to-day business decisions.
• Learn, develop and exhibit behaviors consistent with the priorities of safety, quality and performance.
• Schedule associates and productions shifts with a multi-shift unionized environment.
• Conduct and assist in accident investigation and take an active role in WSIB case management and ensuring early and safe return of injured workers to modified and/or productive duties. Follow up with the root cause that are identified from the incident that occurred.
• Work with cross-functional departments to maintain and improve product quality standards, while reducing plant waste and improving on production efficiency.
• Be flexible, capable and willing to be "hands on" to perform any other technical or production-related task, as the circumstances require.
• Lead execution of risk assessments to reduce safety risks in respective areas
• Review and analyze product compliance according to the quality specifications
• Must be knowledgeable and be able to follow GMPs, Food Safety and Health & Safety requirements
• Control direct labour hours through Kronos verification
• Line coverage as needed
• Cover vacation gaps in the event of an emergency.

• The successful candidate will possess a relevant post-secondary education
• 3-5 years plus in Supervisory experience with some experience in a unionized facility
• Previous experience in a unionized food, dairy, beverage or packaged goods industry is a definite asset.
• Experience with bread, buns, muffin, or tortilla production is highly valued.
• Superior communication skills in a multi-cultural environment and the ability to deal with a variety of front-line…