Operations Supervisor

Richardson International Limited; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson International Limited is seeking an Operations Supervisor at our Oakville, ON site. The role focuses on daily operations to meet safety, quality, and production targets, with leadership responsibilities over a manufacturing team.

Responsibilities include enforcing SOPs, coaching staff, collaborating with maintenance, logistics, and QA, and ensuring adherence to Health & Safety guidelines. A degree in related field and prior supervisory experience are required.

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 requirements.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all operational procedures are implemented effectively and safely.
• Identify, correct and report all non-conformances.
• Provide effective leadership of a team including development, training, performance monitoring & coaching.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Logistics, and Quality Assurance departments.
• Ensure Health & Safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Conflict resolution

Team motivation

Education

Degree in Operations Management / Engineering / Business Administration

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. Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility.

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.

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

Richardson International is a global agriculture and food processing leader, with deep-rooted grower relationships spanning over 165 years. Our journey has seen our business expand and innovate, allowing us to supply quality food products and ingredients to markets near and far. We are always improving our facilities, processes, and products to continue to deliver on our commitment to excellence. Across borders, our network collaborates to fuel our ongoing growth. Join our growing team and set a strong foundation for a career full of exciting possibilities.