Production Manager

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Wolseley; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Exceed Human Resource Consultants in Saskatchewan, Canada is seeking a skilled Production Operations Consultant to plan and optimise labour, equipment and resources, while overseeing production, packaging and dispatch.

The role emphasizes staff development, coaching, and implementing TPM/continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with GMP, safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Production Management, Engineering (BTech) or Food Technology.
• Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of employment, occupational health and safety regulations and GMP/food regs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, allocate and optimise labour, equipment and production resources.
• Oversee daily production, packaging and dispatch operations.
• Manage staffing across shifts and monitor labour efficiency, absenteeism and turnover.
• Develop and improve employee skills through coaching, mentoring and training.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Monitor production efficiency, capacity, inventory accuracy and OEE.
• Implement asset care and TPM practices.
• Monitor costs, overtime and variances; identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, health and safety standards and relevant legislation.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Root cause analysis

Education

Degree in Production Management / Engineering (BTech) / Food Technology

Job description

Reference: 11341 CDS

Consultant: Carina de Swardt

Job Description:

• Plan, allocate and optimise labour, equipment and other production resources.
• Oversee daily production, packaging and dispatch operations.
• Manage staffing across shifts and monitor labour efficiency, absenteeism and turnover.
• Develop and improve employee skills through coaching, mentoring and training.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Monitor production efficiency, capacity, inventory accuracy and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Implement asset care and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices.
• Monitor production costs, overtime, variances and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, health and safety standards and relevant legislation.
• Maintain required BRC, GFCO, Halal and Kosher certifications.
• Apply root cause analysis and statistical methods to resolve production issues.
• Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Production Management, Engineering (BTech) or Food Technology.
• Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing Systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of relevant employment, occupational health and safety legislation and regulations.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety regulations.
• Understanding of asset care, workflow management and operational excellence.
• Strong leadership, team management and problem‑solving abilities.