Bakery Production Lead | Supervise & Optimize Quality

Maker's Pride; Grand Rapids; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Maker's Pride in Manitoba, Canada is seeking a skilled production supervisor to lead mixing, baking, forming and packaging on assigned shifts. You will ensure quality products, manage labor efficiency and maintain GMP/SQF compliance across operations.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, planning schedules, training, maintaining 5S, and resolving payroll and scheduling issues while upholding company standards. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Two-year college degree in business is preferred.
• 3–5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment with Bakery and or Food/Beverage manufacturing experience a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office applications such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word.
• Proficient in Kronos timekeeping system and SAP both pluses.
• Excellent communication, conflict management, decision-making, motivational and organizational skills required.
• Strong self-confidence and leadership skills required.
• Basic mechanical skills required.
• Ability to work designated Shift schedule, which includes every other weekend rotation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned team of employees and evaluate their performance.
• Plan and direct production schedules to ensure efficiency and timely output.
• Ensure GMP/SQF compliance and safety regulations are followed.
• Direct the conversion of raw materials to finished products with minimal waste and labor cost.
• Maintain inventory control and ensure 5S housekeeping across the plant.
• Schedule and track production labor hours and resolve payroll-related issues.
• Provide training and development for staff to meet future needs.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict management

Decision making

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Two-year college degree in business

Tools

MS Office

Kronos

SAP

Job description

Maker's Pride in Manitoba, Canada is seeking a skilled production supervisor to lead mixing, baking, forming and packaging on assigned shifts. You will ensure quality products, manage labor efficiency and maintain GMP/SQF compliance across operations.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, planning schedules, training, maintaining 5S, and resolving payroll and scheduling issues while upholding company standards. Strong leadership and communication are essential.