Production Supervisor

The Boortmalt Group; Biggar; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global malting company is seeking a Production Supervisor to manage barley processing into malt. The role involves daily leadership of production operations, team supervision, and safety oversight. Ideal candidates have relevant education and proven leadership skills in food manufacturing. The company values flexibility, inclusion, and sustainable innovation in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Career opportunities internationally

Focus on flexibility, inclusion, collaboration, and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of direct experience in food or drink manufacturing.
• Proven experience as a team leader.
• Awareness of HACCP, food hygiene and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor malting operations to meet production targets.
• Supervise production operators and manage employee scheduling.
• Conduct routine inspections for safety compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

College degree in Biochemistry, Chemical, Process, Agricultural, Food Science, Mechanical science or Engineering

2+ years of practical malting, food product or related industry experience

Job description

As Production Supervisor, your primary purpose of this position is to manage all of the processing of barley into malt including steeping, germination and kilning. Set all process parameters to meet customer specifications while managing production costs and yield. Act as direct supervisor of Production Operators. Contribute to site safety and food safety programs



Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Daily Production Leadership

• Lead and monitor malting operations to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Set daily production parameters for all shifts, including off-hours and weekends.
• Participate in customer interactions and department meetings, reporting progress and updates to the Production Manager.

Team Supervision & Development

• Supervise production operators and direct workflow across the plant.
• Manage employee scheduling and ensure comprehensive training in safety and operating procedures.
• Foster team engagement and encourage high performance and accountability.

Safety & Sanitation Oversight

• Conduct routine inspections of plant areas for safety compliance and sanitation standards.
• Report issues or needs to the Production Manager to ensure timely corrective actions.

Process Control & Systems Input

• Enter and maintain production requirements and control strategies in the process control system.
• Ensure system accuracy and optimal operating conditions.

Troubleshooting & Support

• Assist in resolving operational issues, including water usage, energy consumption, and product yield.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support continuous improvement and plant efficiency.

Master we are looking for ?

• College degree in Biochemistry, Chemical, Process, Agricultural, Food Science, Mechanical science or Engineering or 2+ years of practical malting, food product or related industry experience
• Minimum 3 years of direct experience working in a food or drink manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience as a team leader
• Awareness of HACCP, food hygiene and safety requirements are required.
• Excellent trouble shooting and problem solving skills
• English fluent, other language are a plus.

Masters of Malt's treasure

We offer an attractive salary and benefits package and as part of a global organization can offer career opportunities internationally. As Masters of Malt we want to be a great employer, focusing on flexibility, inclusion, collaboration and health and wellbeing. We live our values, putting people at the heart of what we do.

“Strive” - our ambition is to be the best maltster that's why every day we commit to challenge ourselves to achieve the highest level.

“Care” - our strength is magnificent when we care for our earth, our colleagues and our business partners. We encourage trust, respect and treat each other with respect. We believe that Diversity makes us stronger.

“Inspire” - We adopt a long-term orientation delivering sustainable performance through innovation and digitization, becoming praised Masters of Malt.

“Explore” – thinking out of the box and embracing pioneer ideas to become a source of motivation, we like challenging the status quo to develop full potential.

The company

BOORTMALT is a global malting company with a 3 million tonnes production capacity. The group is present on 5 continents with 27 malting plants. Boortmalt’s expertise is widely acknowledged by brewers, distillers, and food industries, who rely on the supply of top-quality barley malts.

The Boortmalt Group is a fully owned subsidiary of the agricultural and agribusiness cooperative Axereal. Our relationship with Axereal, Europe’s largest grain cooperative, ensures us access to high-quality barley year-round.