Production Manager - Night Shift Winnipeg - Lagimodiere Blvd., MB 7/7/2026

Maple Leaf Foods; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health and wellness benefits

Defined contribution pension plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods in Winnipeg is looking for a Production Manager to oversee production lines efficiently with a trained team. The role emphasizes safety and continuous improvement in a unionized manufacturing environment.

The candidate will be responsible for production costs, employee development, and compliance with safety regulations. The company offers a high-performance culture, comprehensive benefits, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Multiple years of management experience in a unionized, manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills and excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for production costs, labour utilization, and operational results.
• Develop a strong safety culture and train employees.
• Optimize execution of production schedules.

Skills

Management experience in a unionized environment

Interpersonal communication

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Post-secondary education or relevant work experience

Job description

The Opportunity

Production Manager will be accountable for ensuring lines are always running effectively and optimally within their area with a trained team in place. The role leads by example, inspires the team to deliver top results, is passionate about safety and promotes a culture where safety comes first. The position thrives in a fast‑paced environment that values continuous improvement, collaboration, and open idea sharing.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life

• Accountable for production costs, labour utilization, yields, results of operations and cost improvements in the department.
• Develop and drive a strong safety culture (Health and Safety and Food Safety and Quality Assurance).
• Develop employees through training and coaching, providing clear roles and consistent support and feedback for all employees.
• Foster and maintain positive union and employee relations environment by treating all employees with respect, providing timely feedback and grievance resolution.
• Hold employees accountable and drive performance through key metrics that are tied back to the vision.
• Continuously seek ways to improve manufacturing operational results and efficiencies while meeting customer expectations and minimizing waste.
• Develop a cohesive, competent Supervisory group and plan for development and succession planning.
• Support Marketing and Sales with respect to new and existing product development initiatives and customer inquiries.
• Optimize and ensure execution of weekly and monthly production schedules.
• Ensure compliance with the CFIA, Workplace Health and Safety and other legislative bodies that impact plant performance.
• Demonstrate full commitment to the implementation of the requirements of the Global Standard for Food Safety and to processes which facilitate continual improvement of food safety and quality management.
• Audit processes: People System, FSQA, Reliability predictive practices.
• Conduct team meetings to review KPIs, FSQA, People, Reliability and CI.
• Work with the Six Sigma team on process improvement projects.
• Demonstrate an active involvement/commitment to a progressive health and safety program and food safety program.

What You’ll Bring

• Post‑secondary education or relevant work experience.
• Multiple years of management experience in a unionized, manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills, independent thinking, organizational and planning abilities, and excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work as a team with all functional areas to support a common goal.

What We Offer

• High‑performance, people‑focused company culture.
• Inclusive work environment that keeps people safe and rewards excellence.
• Competitive health and wellness benefits with flexibility and mental health focus.
• Defined contribution pension plan with company matching.
• Learning and development opportunities, workshops, speaker series, and resources.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program for eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certifications, or trade programs.
• Up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

Disclaimer: Salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are estimates; compensation will be discussed during an interview with the Talent Team.