In collaboration with the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for the daily operations of the plant and the mobilisation of his/her team.

More specifically, the incumbent of the position will:

• As a member of the food safety team, you will implement and maintain the effective SQF and HACCP system to support its ongoing improvement
• Manage and monitor the daily planning and production activities
• Working along with OPM planner and manage weekly production goals and needs
• Monitor the flow of product and make adjustment as necessary
• Assume responsibility for on-going decision making to ensure efficiency and consistency
• Work on daily management system KPI’s and prepare for deliverables on a weekly basis
• Ensure the optimal functioning of equipment and report on maintenance requirements
• Maintain current understanding of all functions in the plant including warehouse, quality standards and maintenance department
• Ensure that plant staff are adhering to the Agropur Health and Safety roles and responsibilities
• Interface continuously with Sales Department to inform on and maintain production efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Be knowledgeable and willing to provide support in all areas relating to production and delivery of product-i.e., warehouse; loading trucks; production floor
• Possess and update organic and conventional industry knowledge on an on-going basis
• Provide hands-on relief as necessary within the Production Department
• Working on progressive planning and the supply chain planning of the process – provide back up for Production and Warehouse needs
• Maintain awareness of the morale and motivation levels of plant staff and provide appropriate feedback to Manager of Production
• Supervise actions and performance and delegate activities as required to ensure efficiency and safety in plant activities
• Ensure that policies and procedures are implemented and followed as directed by the Manager of Production
• Identify training needs and provide hand-on training as required, develop maintain and implement training process
• Develop own supervisory and management skills on an on-going basis

Requirements

• You cumulate at least five (5) years of experience in food production management
• Your experience in the dairy industry will be considered as a strong asset
• You have a Bachelor or College degree with relevant experience, in a relevant field
• You are a team player and you are in line with the organisation’s values
• Lean manufacturing experience an asset
• Knowledge of ERP system an asset