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Summary

Reporting to the Operations Leader and Site Leader, as the Shift Leader you will provide hands-on leadership on a production shift within the plant to ensure that production schedules are met safely, on time, and in compliance with all food safety and quality standards while continually reducing costs and increasing overall efficiencies within a fast paced (Just in Time) food manufacturing environment.

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 & fosters an environment of mutual respect & teamwork among Team Members
- Responsible for leading all production Leaders, Key Roles & Team Members in a shift
- Leads, coaches, mentors and train Line Leaders, Team Leaders & Key Roles & Team Members.
- Responsible for updating and improving the Skills Matrix of Team Leaders and Line Leaders.
- Provides assistance in scheduling, resolving production issues and resource problems.
- Capable of operating, troubleshooting, and performing as well as leading changeovers on all production equipment
- Track and analyze key performance indicators such as production efficiency, dough loss, cases per batch, and pieces per hour to ensure optimal manufacturing performance.
- Ensures accurate and timely downtime reporting to support operational analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensures all processes comply with GMP standards and maintains high product quality and safety, including adherence to Return-to-Stock procedures during changeovers.
- Reports potential hazards through the appropriate hazard reporting system and ensures a safe working environment by consistently enforcing company safety standards.
- Able to act as Chief Warden during fire drills or fire emergencies in the absence of the Operations/Site Leader.




- Support sustainability initiatives by promoting waste diversion strategies and contributing to zero-waste goals, including proper segregation, recycling, and reduction of food and packaging waste.
- Timely reporting of incidents and capable of doing accident/incident investigation and support in implementing CAPA along with H&S; team.
- Capable of doing the investigation and submitting the CAPA for any incident raised by QA team
- Provides orientation and training as required to ensure an effective and efficient onboarding.
- Follows up and resolves conflicts among team members, manages disciplinary processes, and conducts performance reviews to maintain a productive work environment
- Assist in the commissioning of new equipment, methods, and products, while troubleshooting processes and equipment to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Able to make the schedules, transparent exceptions and pull reports as required in team member scheduling and overtime files.
- Able to plan & ensure that materials for the current and next shift are available and follow the 911 procedures for any unplanned material shortage.
- Utilizes the ERP (OMS/SAP) & MES system to help achieve production targets.
- Ensure GEMBA walks are conducted regularly, shift huddles are held, and effective hand-overs take place between leaders to maintain communication and operational continuity.
- Compile and analyze all the critical parameters and complete the reports as needed.
- Ensure that APE (EAM) system is being followed by the leaders to create the notifications and training the TM's based on findings & learnings
- Collaborates with Sanitation, Quality, Shipping, Maintenance and Building support teams to coordinate and support all production-related activities, communicating effectively with all departments via radio or in-person to ensure smooth operations.
- Acts as a backup to Operations Leader when necessary.




- Additional responsibilities may be added to better satisfy the needs of the business.

Required Experience

- Minimum 3-4 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment (Food/bakery experience is preferred)
- Must be a demonstrated leader who interacts with others and is adept at leading/motivating a team to meet schedule demands
- Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities
- Knowledge & practical exposure of process improvement techniques such as Lean Six Sigma & Kaizen
- Ability to manage difficult people and work independently with minimal supervision
- Flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed
- Working knowledge of GMP's, HACCP, BRC & O.H.S.A required
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), ERP system (OMS/SAP) & OEE.
- Post-secondary education an asset.

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF? Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

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.

📌 Production Shift Leader (Canada)
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📍 Canada