At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work workplace. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for leading our Production team to produce and package quality dairy products and by-products in an efficient, safe and cost-effective manner.
The Production
Manager is responsible for promoting positive employee relationships and foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter.
Permanent, Full Time
Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm, with flexibility to support off-shifts as required within a 24/7 operation.
Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.
Demonstrated experience and understanding of cheese production process, terminology, and equipment in dairy industry.
Bachelor's degree preferably in Engineering, Food Sciences, Dairy Technology, Operations or Management related field is a requirement.
Minimum five (5) years management experience in food manufacturing industry is preferred.
Strong analytical and organizational skills, excellent at planning and analyzing data in spreadsheets, charts
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office), including advance programming in excel, word, PowerPoint, SAP.
Knowledge of LEAN tools and methodologies an asset
Very strong H&S; and quality culture with focus on continuous improvement.
Provides leadership, direction, guidance and support to Production supervisors and personnel. Maximizes the profitability of the department with efficient use of raw materials, productive use of available labour and control of overhead costs.
Translate production requirements into daily work schedule and direct staff in various departments in the execution of the work in accordance with GMP and SOP requirements
Ensures the manufacturing and packaging of quality product while maintaining a safe and motivated workforce.
Manages line efficiencies, key performance indicators and production downtime.
Liaise with internal and external departments such as Maintenance, Quality, Finance, Engineering, etc., on various production related initiatives.
Effectively uses daily production information to track costs, measure trends, and communicate results, positively reinforce success, and initiate corrective action when appropriate.
Ensures the Company's quality and sanitation standards are met through close liaison with Quality, full participation in the HACCP and BRC programs, as well as frequent review and implementation of Company and Government Policies.
Troubleshoots and leads problem-solving efforts through the facilitation of effective functional and cross-functional teams and on-the-floor leadership to effectively change systems and procedures through the process of continuous improvement.
Supports and maintains Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.'s quality standards.
Responsible for promoting positive employee relations including recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, investigations and other employee relations.
We support and care for our employees and their families by providing: Competitive salaries
Advantageous corporate agreements
Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family. Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.
Artificial
Intelligence tools may be used in screening applications.
Artificial Intelligence is not used to assess or select applications.
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