Production Supervisor- Mixing

Chudleigh's Bakery•Milton, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

For more than 50 years, Chudleigh’s has been an important part of people’s lives, with success hinging on innovative, dedicated, and inspiring individuals. Today, the company bakes in a modern 110,000 square foot bakery, located five minutes from their family farm. With 200 dedicated full-time employees, Chudleigh’s makes delicious desserts for customers across North America and beyond. The company is seeking a Production Supervisor (Mixing) to join their team.

Requirements

University Degree or College Diploma
Minimum 5 years of food manufacturing experience (preferably bakery or frozen food production)
Previous experience leading or supervising employees in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of BRC (or similar GFSI), HACCP, GMP, and OHSA
Strong leadership and people management with a focus on growth and accountability
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple operational priorities
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Experience working within a BRC or GFSI audited facility

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop Mixing Team Leads and Operators to drive strong and sustainable team performance.
Establish clear expectations and hold employees accountable to safety, quality, productivity, and behavioral standards.
Conduct performance management activities including coaching, feedback, and disciplinary actions where required.
Build a strong team culture focused on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Develop the Team Leads to independently manage shifts while maintaining alignment to department goals.
Own department’s output and performance, ensuring production targets and schedules are consistently achieved.
Translate production schedules into effective staffing and execution plans.
Monitor and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput, efficiency, downtime, and waste.
Review daily and shift-level performance to identify gaps and implement corrective actions.
Ensure accurate execution of batch recipes, product specifications, and operational standards.
Plan workforce requirements based on production demand, material availability, and operational constraints.
Coordinate proactively with Maintenance, QA, and Supply Chain to ensure smooth operations.
Adjust plans in response to equipment issues, staffing challenges, or material shortages.
Ensure alignment between production execution and business priorities.
Maintain full accountability for food safety and quality standards within the Mixing department.
Ensure compliance with BRC, HACCP, GMP, and all company food safety requirements.
Investigate quality issues and non-conformances using structured root cause analysis (e.g., 5-Why).
Implement and sustain corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with QA.
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture in compliance with OHSA and company policies.
Ensure hazards are identified, addressed, and prevented proactively.
Lead, investigate, and close Incident Investigation Reports in collaboration with JHSC.
Reinforce safe work practices and accountability at all levels of the team.
Analyze production data and trends to identify recurring issues and improvement opportunities.
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve reliability.
Drive root cause problem-solving to eliminate repeat issues rather than applying short-term fixes.
Support implementation of Lean principles and operational best practices across the department.
Maintain accurate production records, reports, and KPI tracking systems.
Utilize ERP and production systems to monitor performance and support decision-making.
Prepare and communicate performance summaries, action plans, and updates to management.
Ensure audit readiness and compliance with internal and external standards.
Other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive Health, Dental & Vision Benefits (100% employer paid)
RRSP Matching Program
3 Weeks' Annual Vacation
Anniversary Paid Day Off
Personal Development/Education Fund
Fitness Reimbursement
Safety Shoe Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonus
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Rewards and Recognition Programs: Programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions.
Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Inclusive Workplace: An inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
Sustainability Commitment: Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.