Packaging Supervisor

Beam Suntory; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global spirits company based in Calgary, Alberta, is hiring a Supervisor for the packaging line. This role involves managing production efficiencies, supervising staff, and optimizing inventory. Candidates should have a degree and 5-7 years of supervisory experience in a unionized manufacturing environment. Strong leadership and LEAN manufacturing skills are essential. The company values diversity and promotes a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of supervisory experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Experience with administering collective agreements.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the packaging line for improved efficiency and cost reduction.
• Attend to production issues and manage inventory.
• Drive compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

LEAN Manufacturing

SAP proficiency

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in business, science or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

At Suntory Global Spirits, we craft spirits of the highest quality and deliver brilliant experiences to people around the world. Suntory Global Spirits has evolved into the world’s third largest leading premium spirits company where each employee is treated like family and trusted with legacy. With our greatest assets - our premium spirits and our people - we’re driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Suntory Global Spirits is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.

What makes this a great opportunity?

Located in Calgary, Alberta, Alberta Distillers Ltd (ADL) is an award-winning distillery and member of the Suntory Spirits family. We believe in bringing people together, we’ve been doing it since 1946. Through the brands we build, and the experiences we create. Our distillery and products are winning awards, and we are proud to call Calgary, Alberta home. Winner of Distillery of the Decade by the Canadian Whisky Awards in 2020, we’re a team that’s moving forward, building on our rich past and growing new opportunities for the future. When you unleash your spirit with us, you’ll inspire a world of connections.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage the packaging line with an emphasis on improved efficiencies, reduced cost and continuous improvement
• People management, dealing with employee concerns, job performance issues, discipline, and grievances
• Attend to production issues, new production items etc.
• Coordination of monthly cycle counts
• Managing materials and spirits inventory
• SAP transactions
• Drive Safety, HACCP, GMP, 5S, and Integrated Management Systems (IMS) responsibilities for ISO and OHSAS Standards
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement utilizing LEAN manufacturing tools and principles (Visual Management, 5S, CAPA, Standard Work) and then drive the process to impact the results
• Use appropriate root cause problem solving (RCPS) techniques to help with operational improvements. Ensure RCPS culture is embedded in operation.
• Optimize production schedule for efficiency in monitoring inventory for cost effectiveness
• Administer and control department budget consistent with production requirements, manpower availability, packaging and quality standard
• Manpower scheduling, time and attendance records; issuing work orders, safe work permits and purchase requisitions; ensure SOP’s, job descriptions required departmental training are current and relevant
• Maintain cadence for Daily Huddles, Maintaining Visual Boards, Updating and review of KPI files and formal problem-solving initiatives.
• Month End Reporting: Utilization of SAP to complete cycles
• Ensure compliance with OH&S regulations, HACCP, ISO standards and excise and transportation regulations (including management of records and documentation)
• Data entry
• Cross train in other functional area within the Operations group.

Qualifications

• Degree in business, science or engineering preferred (a combination of education and experience may be considered)
• 5-7 years of supervisory experience on a packaging line in a unionized manufacturing environment; beverage, food or chemical industry preferred
• Experience with administering collective agreements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience with LEAN Manufacturing tools and principles (i.e. Green Belt)
• Computer literacy including proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP
• Compliance with standard operating procedures, legal and other requirements including health and safety, fire protection, environmental, quality, security and continuous improvement programs is a requirement of the job
• Mobility to access most areas of a large plant site
• Strong leadership and coaching skills

While relocation, immigration, and/or tax compliance support are not guaranteed, we may offer assistance to successful candidates depending on factors such as role requirements in accordance with company guidelines.

At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.