Key Responsibilities

Supervise production shifts to maintain product flow according to production requirements, customer specifications and productivity targets

Ensure product and packaging quality, efficiency, shop-floor logistics, staffing, product costs, run times, line efficiencies and operational capacity

Ensure daily production schedules are met and communicate issues accurately and promptly

Monitor shift production against plans and paperwork and communicate progress within the team

Oversee and assist team members in production activities

Ensure QC protocols and required documentation are completed accurately and on time

Ensure raw materials and packaging are available for the production plan

Ensure work follows SOPs, GMPs, food safety requirements and health and safety standards

Deliver training on production SOPs, GMPs, equipment and health and safety standards

Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping standards

Conduct line handovers between shifts with complete documentation and accurate briefings

Ensure maintenance, sanitation and health and safety protocols are followed

Verify assigned team members’ timekeeping logs daily

Ensure compliance with WSIB, HACCP, WHMIS and workplace health and safety legislation and codes

Support R&D;, QC, Maintenance/Engineering and Production Department Managers in troubleshooting and problem resolution

Report to the Production Manager as part of the Operations Team

Requirements

A minimum of 3–5 years supervisory experience

Experience in Food Manufacturing facilities

Post secondary education in a related field

Hands-on and results-oriented supervisory experience

Knowledge of preventative equipment maintenance and general mechanical processes

Knowledge of HACCP, USDA, OSHA and other regulatory standards

Ability to maintain or exceed goals on yields, productivity and efficiencies

Ability to understand and interpret safety regulations,



operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Leadership and supervision of production staff

Ability to work with a diverse workforce

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to sustain interpersonal and labour relations across cultural and ethnic diversity

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel

Ability to diagnose and coordinate activities to solve mechanical manufacturing issues

Ability to meet physical demands including intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing and pulling

Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may be required

Willingness and ability to wear personal protective equipment

Willingness to work typical 8–12 hour shifts, additional unscheduled time, and weekends as required

Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in supervising production operations while ensuring compliance with HACCP, GMPs, and safety standards. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, maintain product quality, and achieve productivity targets in food manufacturing environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supervisory Experience

HACCP Knowledge

GMP Compliance

Production Scheduling

Effective Communication

Hard Skills

Production Supervision

Preventative Equipment Maintenance

Mechanical Processes

Quality Control Protocols

Productivity Analysis

Safety Regulation Interpretation

Documentation Accuracy

Training Delivery

Operational Capacity Management

Food Safety Standards

Soft Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Team Collaboration

Cultural Sensitivity

Effective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

WSIB Compliance

HACCP Certification

WHMIS Certification

OSHA Compliance

Industry Keywords

Food Manufacturing

Production Efficiency

Shop-Floor Logistics

Health and Safety Standards

Operational Standards

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

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📌 Production Supervisor (Winnipeg)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 Winnipeg