Manager, Production

Saputo Inc.; Tavistock; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Manager to lead their team in producing high-quality dairy products. In this role, you will be responsible for fostering a positive work environment, maximizing profitability, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food manufacturing and exceptional leadership skills. Join a company that values your contributions and supports your professional growth while being part of a team dedicated to excellence in the dairy industry. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative and growth-oriented setting.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Full range of group insurance benefits

Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution

Purchase option of company stocks

Group RRSP

Health and wellness program

Employee assistance program

Discounted company products

Qualifications

• 5+ years management experience in food manufacturing industry preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, excellent at planning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead Production team to produce quality dairy products efficiently.
• Maximize profitability through effective resource management.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met in production.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Continuous Improvement Focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Food Sciences

Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

SAP

LEAN tools

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview of the Role

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for leading our Production team to produce and package quality dairy products and by-products in an efficient, safe and cost-effective manner. The Production Manager is responsible for promoting positive employee relationships and fostering an environment where we can all make contributions that matter.

Schedule: Monday - Friday Day Shift. Available to support after hours as needed
Salary: $101,720 - $133,510
NOTE: Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree preferably in Engineering, Food Sciences, Dairy Technology, Operations or Management related field is a requirement.
2. Minimum five (5) years management experience in food manufacturing industry is preferred.
3. Superior leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
4. Strong analytical and organizational skills, excellent at planning and analyzing data in spreadsheets, charts.
5. Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office), including advanced programming in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP.
6. Knowledge of LEAN tools and methodologies an asset.
7. Very strong H&S and quality culture with focus on continuous improvement.

How you will make contributions that matter:

1. Provides leadership, direction, guidance and support to Production supervisors and personnel. Develops positive, motivating and efficient communication with all employees.
2. Maximizes the profitability of the department with efficient use of raw materials, productive use of available labour and control of overhead costs.
3. Translates production requirements into daily work schedule and directs staff in various departments in the execution of the work in accordance with GMP and SOP requirements.
4. Ensures the manufacturing and packaging of quality product while maintaining a safe and motivated workforce.
5. Manages line efficiencies, key performance indicators and production downtime.
6. Liaises with internal and external departments such as Maintenance, Quality, Finance, Engineering, etc., on various production related initiatives.
7. Effectively uses daily production information to track costs, measure trends, and communicate results, positively reinforce success, and initiate corrective action when appropriate.
8. Ensures the Company’s quality and sanitation standards are met through close liaison with Quality, full participation in the HACCP and BRC programs, as well as frequent review and implementation of Company and Government Policies.
9. Troubleshoots and leads problem-solving efforts through the facilitation of effective functional and cross-functional teams and on-the-floor leadership to effectively change systems and procedures through the process of continuous improvement.
10. Ensures that safe conditions always exist within the work environment and takes appropriate actions to protect the health and safety of the employees.
11. Supports and maintains Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.’s quality standards.
12. Responsible for promoting positive employee relations including recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, investigations and other employee relations.
13. Other duties as required.

We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

1. Competitive salaries
2. Advantageous corporate agreements
3. Full range of group insurance benefits
4. Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
5. Purchase option of company stocks
6. Group RRSP
7. Health and wellness program in the workplace
8. Assistance program for employees and their families
9. Saputo products at a discounted price

Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship! In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.