Plant Superintendent - PM

Sofina Foods Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company seeks a Plant Superintendent in Calgary to oversee production activities, ensure quality standards, and lead a production team. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in business administration and at least 5 years of leadership experience in the meat processing industry, demonstrating strong management skills and a commitment to safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in the meat processing industry or operations management.
• Strong people management and team leadership capabilities.
• Knowledge of compliance standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing production operations to meet quality and customer specifications.
• Ensuring compliance with OHS and environmental standards.
• Accountable for achieving business metrics related to efficiency and cost.

Skills

Leadership

People Management

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Posted Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Plant Superintendent is responsible for overseeing the regular production activities at the Calgary facility while maintaining production standards for efficiency, quality and cost. This position leads the Production Team ensuring attainment of key performance indicators for quality, cost, safety, regulatory compliance, environment, and customer service.

Key Accountabilities:

• Demonstrates leadership with the oversight of production supervisors and hourly employees to ensure consistent quality of work.
• Oversees production operations assuring quality and adherence to production specifications to meet customer specifications and business objectives.
• Accountable to achieve the assigned business metrics including yield, labour efficiency, sanitation and overhead expenses.
• Accountable for a safe working environment, focusing on accident reduction as well as energy and waste minimization.
• Ensure compliance with all OHS and environmental, regulatory and corporate standards. Investigate and identify root causes of non-compliance issues
• Monitors effective employee relations practices throughout the plant and ensures the correct interpretation and administration of the collective Bargaining Agreement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A degree in business administration or alternate related field and/or a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in the meat processing industry or operations management, demonstrating increasing responsibility and success in various roles.
• Demonstrated people management and development capability and proven success in leading and inspiring teams to excel.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including MS Office suite.

The successful candidate will be based at our primary meat processing plant.