Processing - Production Supervisor

Location :
Winnipeg

Status :
Full-time

Reports to :
Production Manager

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity across the beverage lines. This role plays a key part in setting up processes, equipment, and machinery, while driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is a self‑starter with strong organizational, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. They lead by example, demonstrating a positive, “can‑do” approach, and act as a coach to support the development and performance of their team. The Production Supervisor identifies opportunities to enhance workflows, implements improvements, and supports evolving business needs throughout the department.

• Supervise daily production operations and beverage line activities to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets; review and ensure timely submission of all production records.
• Lead equipment setup, troubleshooting, and adjustments to meet critical production parameters (e.g., seams, dissolved oxygen, fill levels).
• Oversee oil mixing, blending, cellaring, and packaging processes, ensuring all procedures are executed and documented accurately.
• Maintain accurate tracking of production data, raw materials, inventory, and bin locations; enter required information into the ERP system.
• Organize, coordinate, and prioritize daily tasks to meet production goals while maintaining strong communication with employees and leadership.
• Assist in recruitment, onboarding, processes, quality and development of new team members.
• Manage personnel performance, including coaching, progressive discipline, performance documentation, staffing support, and time/attendance oversight (in consultation with the Manager).
• Champion safety, food safety, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
• Work collaboratively with department leaders to support broader business objectives and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong leadership ability with demonstrated experience motivating, training, and developing teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ERP systems, preferably Microsoft D365.
• Commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Minimum 4 years of practical previous experience in a beverages/canning line/brewery manufacturing production environment.
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Food Science, Chemistry, or Biochemistry is preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment is an asset.
• Flexible, detail-oriented, team-player and adaptable to a fast-paced production setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.