Night Supervisor (Food Production)

NEW/SCHOOL FOODS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Night Supervisor to lead a dedicated team in a state-of-the-art production facility. This role involves overseeing production operations, ensuring safety and cleanliness, and implementing process improvements. You will play a key role in maintaining product integrity while working with cutting-edge technologies to create sustainable food alternatives. Join a passionate team committed to transforming the food industry and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and possess strong leadership skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience supervising production teams.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals used in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production tasks and enforce safety best practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the production area.
• Problem-solve production issues and support quality initiatives.

Skills

Team Supervision

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Tools

Production Machinery

Cleaning Chemicals

Job description

Production & Manufacturing Full Time Toronto, ON

This role will be onsite at our Toronto Facility Monday-Friday roughly 3pm-11pm, although hours may vary.

ABOUT US

At New School Foods, our mission is to accelerate the transition to a sustainable food system. Using our proprietary and purpose-built production technologies, we are creating the next generation of meat and seafood alternatives, which are designed to appeal to the average consumer. Our first product is a delicious plant-based filet that looks, cooks, tastes and flakes like Salmon, that’s full of Omega 3’ and protein. All with a lower carbon footprint, zero mercury, and made without harming the ocean.

As a Night Supervisor, you will:

• Oversee a team of Production Operators as they complete production tasks.
• Enforce safety best practices.
• Maintain a clean and organized production space, including offices, common areas, and laboratory facilities.
• Adhere to and enforce cleanliness practices outlined by company policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance cleanliness and efficiency.
• Complete various steps of our production process, including weighing and measuring ingredients, operating machinery, and supporting packaging tasks.
• Implement changes to the production line as directed by management.
• Set up small appliances on the production line and ensure they are functioning correctly.
• Problem-solve any issues that arise during production, escalating to management as needed.
• Support quality initiatives, following guidelines and protocols to ensure product integrity.

You will bring:

• Experience supervising production teams (2-5 years)
• Experience working on a small production or pilot line is beneficial.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies used in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift and move some small equipment weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.