Operations Supervisor

Richardson International; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson International is seeking an Operations Supervisor for our Oakville, ON site to oversee daily operations and meet stated goals. The role focuses on implementing procedures safely, leading a team, and coordinating with Maintenance, Logistics, and QA to uphold health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in food manufacturing supervision, a relevant degree, and strong leadership, communication, and coaching abilities.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Operations Management, Engineering or Business Administration.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience in a Food Manufacturing environment.
• Experience implementing policy and procedures.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.
• Excellent computer, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to work shift rotation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational procedures are implemented safely and in compliance with SOPs.
• Identify, correct and report non-conformances.
• Lead the team including development, training, performance monitoring and coaching.
• Liaise with other departments i.e. Maintenance, Logistics, and Quality Assurance.
• Ensure Health & Safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Operations Management/Engineering/Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and has more than 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.

Richardson Oilseed is one of Canada’s oldest and largest fully-integrated oilseed processing and packaging operations with three facilities across Canada. In addition to producing bulk canola oil and meal, our food products division produces a wide variety of canola-based margarines, oils and shortenings for the industrial, retail and food service markets. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and communities.

We currently have an opportunity for an Operations Supervisor at our Oakville, ON location. The Operations Supervisor will be responsible for the daily operations to meet stated goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all operational procedures are implemented effectively & completed safely in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and in accordance with Company Policy
• Identify, correct and report all non-conformances
• Effective leadership of team including development, training, performance monitoring & coaching
• Liaise with other departments i.e. Maintenance, Logistics, and Quality Assurance etc
• Ensure Health & Safety guidelines are adhered to
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Operations Management, Engineering or Business Administration
• Minimum 2 years previous Supervisory experience in a Food Manufacturing environment
• Experience implementing policy & procedures
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislative requirement
• Excellent computer, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Able to motivate individuals & teams and provide one-on-one coaching & conflict resolution
• Ability to work shift rotation

Richardson International provides a comprehensive compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan, and training and career development opportunities.

November 13, 2026.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.