Production Supervisor

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA.; Brantford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is transforming the cocoa and chocolate industry! As a Production Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of production operations in a dynamic and innovative environment. Your leadership will help foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement, while your expertise in food safety compliance will ensure that the highest standards are maintained. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the food sector, working alongside passionate individuals dedicated to sustainability and excellence. If you are ready to take on a challenge and grow your career in the exciting world of chocolate, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Personal Growth Opportunities

Dynamic International Environment

Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in food manufacturing.
• Strong commitment to food safety and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production operations and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and manage staff performance.

Skills

Food Safety Compliance

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Communication Skills

Education

College Diploma/Associates Degree in Food Science

Production Management

Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

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At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

About the role:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for operations, maintenance, planning and efficiencies of operating all lines in the production departments in a Lean Manufacturing environment. The Production Supervisor has a strong commitment to food and employee safety and ensures compliance for both. Ongoing, consistent application and monitoring of BRC, HACCP, GMP and Health and Safety programs and regulations. The Production Supervisor ensures food and employee safety in their daily routine.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for the embedding and maintaining of the Safety first mindset.
• Committed to providing a safe food product. Ability to adhere to GMP practices and all other food safety requirements.
• Communicate production schedules and requirements to production teams on a daily basis.
• Establish obtainable expectations with team members then follow-up to ensure completion.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement projects and encourage staff participation.
• Direct and inspect the performance of your workforce and their work areas daily.
• Oversee completion/improvement process of sanitation schedule, PMs, during your shift.
• Arrange for re-work of unfinished or damaged products.
• Communicate with all other departments and staff on production matters.
• Counsel/discipline employees as needed.
• Follow-up with maintenance personnel on the off shift for production related repairs.
• Overall responsibility for security, safety, shipments, paperwork etc. during off shifts.
• Perform various manual work in production and minor maintenance repairs when needed.
• Responsible for the completion of weekly/daily maintenance plans.
• Create purchase requisitions for productions as needed.
• Manage staff requirements. Vacation, time off etc.
• Participate in Health and Safety initiatives with the JHSC.
• Evaluate training needs and initiate training when needed.
• Develop training modules, policies and procedures – Implement OJT’s (On the job Training Plans using POKA).
• Evaluate performance and behavior of individuals including agency, probationary and full-time employees.
• Conduct accident investigations. Assist with WSIB return to work programs.
• Complete daily attendance/absence reports and timesheets as required.
• SAP entries to assist with inventory accuracy.
• Provide hands-on leadership and direction to production/maintenance employees by coaching and managing in a positive and constructive manner.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Meets/exceeds requirements for food and employee safety.

About you:

• College Diploma/Associates Degree in Food Science, Production Management or Business Administration.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a food industrial and/or manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft computer programs.
• Leadership, organizational skills, creativity, teamwork.
• SAP experience an asset.
• Must be available for 12 hr shift - Days or Nights.
• Must be able to freely move around entire facility.
• Ability to work in and be exposed to heat.

Barry Callebaut can offer you a challenging and dynamic international environment that includes a broad range of opportunities for personal growth and development. Apply for one of our interesting positions and start a great career in the wonderful world of CHOCOLATE. Barry Callebaut is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at the Brantford site.

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong.#oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.