YaYAFoods is a agile and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proventrack recordof satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com
A career at YaYAFOODS will offer you the opportunity to…
Build a career, not just have a job
Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
Become part of a teamwork focused culture
Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path
Reports to: Operations Leader
Responsibilities
Lead the production teamonmultiple lines.
Lead by example and train, develop, and inspire production team.
Be instrumental in developing a high-performance team where all team members work coherently to “win” together.
Plan production operations,establishingpriorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
Develop plans for efficient use of material, machines,and labor.
Responsible to maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness(OEE)for the line.
Review production orders or schedules toascertainproduct data such as types, quantities and specifications of products and scheduled delivery datesto plan department operations.
Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
Inspect products to verify conformance to specifications and directs set-up and adjustments of machines.
Maintains time and production records.
Confer withshiftleaders andcoordinatesproduction to ensure product is ready per customer requirements.
Observe allsafety rules and promote a safe working environment with team members.
Operate filler and downstream whenrequired.




Maintain strict Good Manufacturing Practices(GMP).
Compliancewith all rules & policiesregardinghealth safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
Other duties as assigned.
Profile
Bachelor’s degree inengineering,business, or related fields
Ability to apply critical thinkingskillsto solve problems
An ambitious self-starter withstrong desireto grow professionally
Proficient computer skills(Microsoft Suite of Applications), and instructional software
Good interpersonal skills and communicationskills to interactwith all levels of management
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficientlyto meet deadlines
Excellent leadership, team building, and management skillsto encourage,mentor, train, and leadstaff
NB: Successful candidates willbe requiredto provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit
Why Join Us
We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 25-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.
“We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.”

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📌 Production Team Leader (Ontario)
🏢 Ya YA Foods
📍 Ontario