Operations Leader - Processing

Nortera; Strathroy; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Strathroy is seeking a Supervisor to coordinate team schedules and lead health and safety initiatives. Candidates should have at least 3 years of supervisory experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role offers competitive salary and a range of benefits including tuition reimbursement and social programs.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Annual bonus program

Complete range of social benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal/listening skills to interact with a diverse workforce.
• A proactive, problem-solver with the courage to lead change.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling of team members for proper staffing.
• Lead plant safety and food safety programs.
• Conduct regular departmental tours and inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Attention to safety

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma

Job description

Overview

Joining Nortera means choosing opportunities to grow together!

As the North American reference in ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable food. Nortera produces major private and retail brands and markets its own brands Arctic Gardens and Del Monte.

Why choose Nortera

• Opportunities to work on inspiring projects in a growing company!
• Competitive annual salary;
• Annual bonus program;
• Complete range of social benefits and employee assistance program (EFAP);
• Possibility of contributing to an RPP with employer contribution;
• Reimbursement for tuition fees and physical activity;
• Referral program;
• Environment that fosters learning and professional development;

You will report to the Operations Manager and join a team that is committed to operational excellence with a focus on people and safety while striving to continually improve all facets of the business.

Note this role requires flexibility to rotate between day and night 12 hours continental shifts.

Your daily role

• Coordinate and monitor scheduling of team members to ensure proper staffing; identify staffing needs; and participate in onboarding and training of team members
• Assume a leadership role in the plant safety, food safety, waste reduction program in our operation
• Develop a working knowledge of equipment to support coaching and mentorship of team members
• Conduct regular departmental tours and participate in daily meetings; conduct inspections of equipment and premises to ensure a safe work environment
• Support standardized processes to impact operational efficiency

Your profile

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in similar role is preferred
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related discipline or equivalent knowledge and/or experience
• Excellent interpersonal/listening skills in order to interact with a diverse workforce; a communicator with proven leadership abilities
• A proactive, problem-solver with the courage to lead change
• A positive, energetic attitude and natural leadership qualities

We’re looking for people like you!

Come grow with Nortera!

Although all job applications are considered, only successful applicants will be contacted. The use of masculine gender could have been used without discrimination and only for the purpose of lightening the text. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from a wide variety of candidates in order to staff a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities in which we operate.