Assistant Supervisor Production (Afternoon Shift )

Maple Leaf Foods Inc; Bradford West Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Benefits and Pension plans

Competitive wages

Employee Assistance Program

Great team environment

Internal advancement

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is hiring an Assistant Supervisor, Production, at the Bradford, ON site. The role supports the afternoon shift and may require day-shift coverage during vacations or absences. Training and onboarding will span several weeks to ensure thorough operation understanding.

The incumbent will direct daily activities, coach staff, and uphold Health & Safety, GMP, and food safety standards while coordinating with supervisors and other teams for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle shifting priorities.
• Reliable attendance and flexibility to cover day shift when needed.
• Willingness to wear PPE and follow GMP/food safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day directions and coaching to production staff.
• Serve as back-up for Production Supervisors during vacations or absences.
• Ensure training on Health and Safety, GMP, Food Safety and Sanitation policies.
• Conduct performance evaluations for department staff.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to maintain smooth shift operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Fast-paced

Attendance

PPE compliance

Computer skills

MS Office

Education

Secondary Education

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Assistant Supervisor Production - Bradford, ON

Location: 65 Reagens Industrial Pkwy, Bradford

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Date: July 24, 2026

Application Deadline: August 07, 2026

Shift Details: Primarily Monday–Friday, Afternoon Shift (4:00 PM start).

The successful candidate must be flexible to work the day shift as required to provide supervisory coverage during vacations and other absences. During the onboarding period, the successful candidate will spend several weeks to a couple of months on the day shift to complete training and gain a thorough understanding of the operation.

Reason for vacancy: Replacement Headcount

About Us

We’re a carbon-neutral food company on a mission to Raise the Good in Food—through better nutrition, safer workplaces, humane animal care, and sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We also work to reduce food insecurity in Canada. Join us and help build a better future.

Position Summary

The Assistant Supervisor, Production, is responsible for communicating day-to-day direction to the department employees, and for providing coverage when required for the Supervisors. This is a great opportunity for the right individual to take a next step in their career towards a Supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day directions, coaching, and counseling to department employees.
• Serving as back-up for Production Supervisors as required (e.g., during vacations, illness, or vacancies). While acting as back-up, assume all Production Supervisor duties and responsibilities, including employee discipline.
• Ensuring proper and adequate training of production team members on plant Health and Safety, GMP, Food Safety and Quality, and Sanitation policies and monitoring compliance.
• Conducting performance evaluations for department employees.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain smooth shift operations.
• Maintaining effective communication with internal and external suppliers and customers and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Communicating effectively with Production Supervisors and the Production Manager, identifying and executing improvement opportunities.
• This position will primarily support the afternoon shift; however, the successful candidate must be flexible and available to cover the day shift when Production Supervisors are on vacation or otherwise absent. As part of the onboarding and training process, the successful candidate will also spend several weeks to a couple of months on the day shift to gain a thorough understanding of the operation.
• Monitoring daily performance and operational efficiencies.
• Performing all other duties as assigned by Management.

Why Choose Maple Leaf Foods

• Training provided where needed
• Reputable company
• Competitive Wages
• Opportunities to participate in Benefits and Pension plans
• Great team environment
• Strong focus on internal advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

Essential Qualifications

• Secondary Education
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to reliably attend scheduled shifts at the Bradford location
• Ability to stand and work on the production floor for extended periods
• Ability to wear required PPE in a food manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership ability
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Related department experience (direct or indirect i.e. shipping, reports, etc.)
• Computer skills
• Flexible schedule

What’s in it for you?

• $23.60 - $25.60 per hour (based on progression)
• Shift Premium
• Competitive Wages & Benefits
• Human Resources, Health & Safety and Food Safety training provided
• Reputable company and brands
• Opportunities to participate in Benefits and Pension plans
• Great team environment
• Strong focus on internal advancement and development
• Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health Resources
• Employee events throughout the year
• Maple Leaf employee discount sales on poultry products

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We champion diversity and inclusion as part of our purpose and vision, living our Leadership Values and driving results. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, assessment, and hiring process.