Production Line Leader

FGF Brands; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing food manufacturer in Ontario is seeking a Line Leader to provide hands-on leadership on production shifts. This role requires a demonstrated leader with manufacturing experience who can ensure production schedules are met while fostering an environment of teamwork. Successful candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, and must be willing to work flexible hours.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health Benefits

Flexible medical spending account

RRSP matching program

Tuition reimbursement

Discount program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be a demonstrated leader who interacts well with others.
• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP & O.H.S.A is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and foster teamwork among Team Members.
• Ensure production schedules are met and troubleshoot issues.
• Conduct pre-shift huddles and provide feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Line Leader

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Summary

Reporting to the Shift Leader and Operations Leader, the Line Leader - Production will provide hands‑on leadership on a production shift within the plant to ensure production schedules are met safely and on time all within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment.

What FGF Offers

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
• RRSP matching program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.

Primary Responsibilities

• Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and team work among Team Members
• Conduct pre‑shift huddles and provides feedback for Team Leaders
• Responsible for leading Team Leaders in addition to production crew on one or more production lines
• Leads, coaches, mentors and trains Leaders and Team Members
• Ensures production schedules are met and deals with problems that may occur
• Co‑ordinates the various department schedules, products and manpower to ensure that the production in the plant runs smoothly
• Checks to ensure that proper methods and procedures are being used and that quality, safety, environment standards are met
• Leads, coaches, mentors and trains Team Leaders, and other Team Members as needed
• Ensures a safe working environment is maintained at all times by enforcing Company standards and regular inspections
• Assists in all testing of new equipment, methods and or products, as well as trouble shoot processes and equipment
• Utilizes the OMS system to help achieve production targets
• Assists Shift Leader in ensuring KPIs are met daily
• Follows and enforce all GMP’s and Safety Procedures as outlined by FGF
• Acts as a backup to Shift Leader when necessary
• Additional responsibilities may be added to better satisfy needs of the business

Required Experience

• Minimum 2‑3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)
• Must be a demonstrated leader who easily interacts with others and is adept at leading and motivating a team to meet demands established by the schedule
• Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities
• Ability to manage difficult people and work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed
• Working knowledge of GMP's, HACCP & O.H.S.A is required

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?

Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

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In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

Disclaimer

The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.