Food Production Manager: Lean Ops Leader & Quality Advocate

J.D. Irving, Limited; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Ontario seeks a knowledgeable Production Manager. The role involves leading a team of over 120 employees, managing production processes, and ensuring quality control standards. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in the food manufacturing sector, demonstrating expertise in lean manufacturing and communication. The position promises to engage in strategic goals and process improvements while adhering to food safety and quality systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in the food manufacturing industry, at least 5 years in a people leadership role.
• Sound knowledge of OHSA, GMP, HACCP and food quality systems.
• Willingness to work varied hours if needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, coaching, mentoring and training for 120+ employees.
• Manage and oversee the production process and sanitation activities.
• Ensure SOPs and quality control standards are developed and followed.
• Engage employees in process improvements for production efficiency.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Troubleshooting abilities

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Statistical Process Control

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Education in business, food science, industrial engineering

Job description

A leading food manufacturing company in Ontario seeks a knowledgeable Production Manager. The role involves leading a team of over 120 employees, managing production processes, and ensuring quality control standards. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in the food manufacturing sector, demonstrating expertise in lean manufacturing and communication. The position promises to engage in strategic goals and process improvements while adhering to food safety and quality systems.