Supervisor, Packaging

Sofina Foods Inc•Abbotsford, BC

1d•CA$56,523 - CA$75,458•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Plant Superintendent, the Production Supervisor is responsible for managing production operations on assigned shift(s) that achieve/meet requirements for safety, regulatory compliance, environment, quality, customer service and cost. As part of the Plant’s leadership team, contributes to building and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement of processes, efficiencies and productivity.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in food processing industry
Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing
Basic computer skills
Strong leadership and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a unionized environment is considered an asset
Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing concepts would be considered an asset

Responsibilities

Deliver results for production lines on assigned shift(s) in accordance with approved production plans/schedules to meet business objectives.
Provide effective leadership and direction to hourly employees (coaching, cross-training, addressing and resolution of HR-related issues and concerns).
Appropriate resource allocation.
Communication and on-going reinforcement of production performance indicators/requirements (i.e. health and safety; food safety and quality, customer service, cost, etc.).
Check weekly and daily production schedules and stock available against plans and advise the plant management of any discrepancies/issues to ensure uninterrupted production process and meeting required efficiency/productivity levels.
Contribute to reviews and analysis of the production performance indicators / requirements to maximize the value and quality of production outputs.
Monitor production environment (i.e. equipment, quality, cost, efficiencies, yield, etc.) through establishing a feedback mechanism to ensure proactive resolution of production issues and consistent quality of work and product.
Accountable to maintain and oversee the operation of the Chillers in the Cryovac department.
Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments.
Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality.
Train production workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policy.
Support other Supervisors in monitoring production environment to ensure proactive resolution of production issues and consistent quality of work and product.
Assist in generating necessary data / reporting.
Perform duties in the absence of other supervisors.
Perform other duties as assigned.