HERE IS WHO YOU ARE…

DRIVE & MOTIVATION

- You are excited to work in a fast-paced production facility focused on premium plant-based and dairy products.

- You enjoy leading people, solving problems, and driving improvements on the production floor.

- You are motivated by creating and supporting a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.

- You value health & safety, food quality, and environmental responsibility, and strive to embed these into daily operations.

- You are open to continuous learning, including participating in training related to leadership, safety (WorkSafeBC), quality systems, and ESG initiatives.

- You thrive in collaborative, unionized environments and are committed to supporting fair and constructive labour relations.

- You take pride in being part of a mission-driven team that values accountability, sustainability, and operational excellence.

CHARACTER & ABILITIES

- You are a solutions-focused leader who remains calm and decisive under pressure in a unionized environment.

- You build credible, respectful relationships with employees, union representatives, and cross-functional partners.

- You are organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a rapid-moving production environment.

- You lead with integrity, fairness, and consistency, and take ownership of team outcomes.

- You demonstrate strong communication skills, with the ability to coach, provide feedback, and resolve conflicts effectively.

- You bring a continuous improvement mindset, using data and frontline insights to support operational decisions.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

- You have strong leadership skills, with experience in coaching, performance management, and team development.

- You communicate effectively—both verbally and in writing—with frontline teams, peers, and management.

- You have sharp analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.

- You are proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), and comfortable using production and inventory management systems (e.g., ERP/WMS).

- You understand and apply occupational health and safety regulations, GMPs, HACCP, and food safety standards.

- You bring a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, production flow, and equipment operations in a food processing environment.

- You can interpret and apply company policies, collective agreements, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in day-to-day decision-making.

EXPERIENCE

- You have 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a food or beverage manufacturing workplace, with proven success leading frontline teams.

- You have experience working in a unionized setting, including grievance handling, conflict resolution,



and application of collective agreements.

- You have hands-on experience with production planning, scheduling, and workflow coordination to meet operational targets.

- You have completed relevant leadership, supervisory, or management training, either through formal education or industry programs.

- You have experience supporting or managing Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) programs, including compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations, incident response, and workplace inspections.

- You have experience maintaining and enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and food safety protocols, including audit readiness.

- You’ve worked with cross-functional teams such as Environment Health and Safety (EHS), Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse to drive operational results.

- Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to monitor production performance is considered an asset.

- Experience with GMP, HACCP, and food safety audits is a strong asset.

NICE-TO-HAVE

- Experience and/or education in lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma

- APICS certification

THINGS YOU WILL DO…

- Lead, coach, and support production team members to build a fully trained, safety- and quality-focused workforce that delivers consistent, high-standard products to customers.

- Plan and organize daily production activities, set shift priorities, assign tasks, and ensure efficient execution of the production schedule.

- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as output, waste, downtime, and labour efficiency; prepare and communicate daily shift reports.

- Manage people-related responsibilities, including attendance tracking, performance feedback, conflict resolution, and ensuring compliance with WorkSafeBC safety regulations and the collective agreement.

- Implement and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure employee adherence through routine audits and coaching.

- Apply HACCP principles, maintain compliance with GMPs, GWPs, and site-specific food safety and sanitation protocols.

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Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., EHS, Quality, Maintenance, Sanitation, Warehouse) to resolve issues and ensure smooth production flow.

- Participate in incident investigations, hazard identification, and corrective actions to drive a proactive safety culture.





- Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities, including process optimization, waste reduction, and employee engagement initiatives.

- Ensure readiness for regulatory inspections and third-party audits by maintaining clean, organized, and compliant work areas.

OTHER …

- Flexibility to work outside regular hours, including evenings, weekends, or night shifts, may be required to support production needs, complete projects, or respond to operational issues.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

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Supervise production and warehouse operations within assigned areas to ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, production targets, and efficient equipment operation.

- Provide coaching, performance feedback, and on-the-job training to team members, fostering a fully qualified, safety- and quality-conscious workforce.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., EHS, Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, Sanitation) to set priorities and production sequences based on schedule and plant needs.

- Lead and participate in daily management and shift handover meetings, conduct toolbox talks, and ensure accurate daily updates to production KPIs and shift reports.

- Monitor and manage employee attendance, review and approve time sheets, and address absenteeism in accordance with company policy and the collective agreement.

- Ensure all employees follow safe work procedures, conduct routine safety observations, and address any unsafe behaviours or conditions promptly.

- Initiate and support corrective action processes to address performance or conduct issues, in line with progressive discipline policies and union protocols.

- Develop, revise, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure consistent application across shifts.

- Coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure that products are produced on time, within specifications, and aligned with customer and regulatory expectations.

- Ensure strict compliance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP principles, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), and internal quality systems.

- Support internal and external audits by maintaining documentation, verifying records, and always ensuring audit readiness.

- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas; enforce Good Warehousing Practices (GWPs) in applicable zones.

- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including waste reduction, downtime tracking, root cause analysis, and employee engagement.

- Ensure all activities and behaviours are consistent with company policies, labour agreements, and applicable provincial legislation.

- Perform other related duties and assignments as required to support operations.

📌 Production Supervisor (British Columbia)
🏢 Happy Planet Foods
📍 British Columbia