Packaging Team Leader

Summary

Reporting to the Line Leader and Shift Leader, the Team Leader – Packaging is responsible for providing hands-on leadership to the packaging TMs and operators while ensuring a consistent product in a timely manner that meets all standards set forth by FGF.

Pay Rate:

$28.65 per hour

- $1/hour night premium
- $2/hour weekend premium

Shift:

Days or Nights. Weekends required.

Location:

815 Wonder Drive, Pickering

What FGF Offers:

- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.

Primary Responsibilities

- Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and teamwork among Team Members.
- Conduct effective pre-shift huddles.
- Provides training, coaching, and mentorship to production team members, including hands-on job shadowing, to build a skilled, motivated, and high-performing team.
- Set-up, operate and troubleshoot all the packaging equipment (Flow Wraps, Baggers, Schubert’s, metal detectors, case labelers, date coders clamshell labelers etc.) to ensure accuracy and consistency with respect to post-bake specifications.
- Accurately complete all required production documentation in real time and promptly escalate any deviations to the appropriate leadership.
- Reports potential hazards through the appropriate hazard reporting system and ensures a safe working setting by consistently enforcing company safety standards.




- Ensures all processes comply with GMP regulations while actively maintaining high standards of product quality and safety throughout production.
- Reports any equipment malfunctioning, quality/food safety issues or any team member related issues to the appropriate leaders.
- Ensure all team members in packaging receive their entitled breaks, while maintaining proper coverage and promoting fair job and break rotation.
- Provides accurate feedback on the performance of TMs on respective Line to Shift Leaders (performance reviews).
- Supports continuous improvement initiatives by assisting in the implementation of optimized procedures and resolving issues to enhance efficiency.
- Ensures adherence to Operations Management System (OMS)/SAP procedures to perform inventory tasks, including material consumption, reversals, and reporting, while using RF scanning technology for accurate, real-time tracking of materials.

Required Experience

- Minimum 1-2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)
- Must be a demonstrated leader who easily interacts with others and can lead/motivate a team to meet the demands & work independently with minimal supervision
- Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities & computer skills.
- Ability to operate manual pump truck /electric walkie in safe and efficient manner and perform daily inspection.




- Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and work in a warm or cold environment.
- Flexible working in days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed
- Working knowledge of GMP's, HACCP & O.H.S.A is required
- Respond promptly to work-related communications via email, Microsoft Teams, or other approved channels, including addressing production-related issues as they arise.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

FGF Brands may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process. These tools may assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants. AI tools are used to support our recruitment process, with final hiring decisions made by our recruitment and hiring teams.

FGF Brands is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let our recruitment team know, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.65 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

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