Production Supervisor - 1 Year Contract

 The Opportunity:

The Production Supervisor role at Port Perry coordinates daily production in a multi-line, fast paced food production facility through the direction of a unionized hourly workforce to achieve daily operating goals while maintaining all company safety objectives, Food Safety and customer quality specifications.  Production Supervisors exhibit and promote behaviors consistent with Maple Leaf “Leadership Values,”  provide solid leadership and direction to all plant employees and are key members of the Operations Team, working closely with various supporting departments including Quality Assurance, Food Safety, Logistics, Health and Safety, Research and Development and Human Resources. Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by May 27, 2024. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Provide direction, motivation and technical support for all plant employees including production, mixing, shipping, sanitation, and maintenance personnel.
• Ensure proper training on all job requirements and employee compliance with all company policies and practices.
• Manage specific departmental responsibilities as determined by the Plant Manager
• Support and promote the company’s health and safety program, maintain a safe working environment and ensure continued compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and JHSC recommendations.
• Actively identify safety and ergonomic concerns with a focus on injury prevention
• Take an active role in WSIB and non-occupational return to work programs.
• Maintain quality and legislative requirements by adhering to and enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Sanitation Standard Operation Procedures
• Ensure product quality and the training of employees on quality standards and procedures.
• Provide operational support for HACCP and other Food Safety Quality Assurance programs to maintain the required standards for quality, food safety and customer service.
• Work in partnership with QA Technicians to prevent and resolve any quality or food safety issues.
• Achieve daily expectations for the output of production including yields, volume, labour and material costs.
• Continuously improve the manufacturing process by supporting Six Sigma methodologies to identify opportunities for productivity improvement and waste reduction.
• Participate in plant improvement teams and Six Sigma projects as required.
• Measure performance and achieve Continuous Improvement in processes to implement cost reductions in labour, equipment utilization and raw material and packaging consumption while maintaining program standards.
• Contribute to teamwork and foster positive employee relations by communicating effectively with peers, employees and managers
• Oversee and document all plant Health & Safety, Food Safety, Quality Assurance and Sanitation issues and changes.
• Respond to employee suggestions and grievances in a timely manner and administer employee time and attendance issues, coaching, counseling and Corrective Action as required.
• Foster and maintain a positive union and labour relations environment and effectively administer the Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring:

• Post secondary education or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum of 3 years previous production supervisory experience.
• Will be required to work shift work.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, verbal and written communication, presentation, and analytical skills
• Self-directed and professional.
• Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and Power Point
• Knowledge of HACCP, health and safety legislation, quality standards and Good Manufacturing programs and practices.
• Strong employee relations and problem solving skills.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.