Supervisor Production

Sobeys • Delta, BC

4d • CA$21 - CA$26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production shift operations in partnership with the Buyer/Planner to ensure output targets, quality, and food safety standards are met. They lead, coach, and develop a diverse team while managing scheduling, workflow, and production priorities. This role also drives continuous improvement, efficiency, and compliance across all production activities.

Requirements

• 1-2 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• 1-2 years’ experience in direct supervision in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and team building skills.
• Able to direct a diverse workforce.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
• Through understanding of production planning, scheduling, and purchasing and cost analysis.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Access.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of manufacturing regulations regarding safety, quality, HACCP, BRC and GMP’s.
• Ability to analyze cost performance data to improve operations and reduce costs.
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Critical thinking, analytical and detailed oriented preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Buyer/Planner, manage the daily operations of Production Shift.
• Train, coach, and evaluate production staff to maintain high performance and engagement
• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet output targets and deadlines
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, sanitation protocols)
• Monitor product quality and ensure adherence to specifications
• Maintain accurate production records, reports, and documentation
• Manage staffing schedules and address attendance or performance issues
• Troubleshoot production problems and coordinate timely resolutions
• Communicate with team members and provide direction, assistance, and guidance regarding all department operations.
• Maintain superior customer service levels with both internal and external customers.
• Production planning and inventory management
• Coach and lead teammates to achieve performance, qualify and service goals.
• Cultivate positive and innovative work environment,
• Identify and analyze areas for cost reduction or margin improvement.
• Ensure compliance company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Strive for continuous improvement.
• Administrative duties related to production, shipping and qualify performance.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package, tailored to meet your needs, including health and dental coverage, as well as life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Access to Virtual Health Care Platform and Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Retirement and Savings Plan that provides you with the opportunity to build and add value to your savings.
• A 10% in-store discount at our participating banners and access to a wide range of other discount programs, making your purchases more affordable.
• Learning and Development Resources to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed