Production Supervisor

Bimbo Canada; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Benefits package

Training opportunities

Job summary

Bimbo Canada is a leading bakery and snack producer, offering growth opportunities across Canada. The role focuses on supervising hourly workers, driving safety and quality initiatives, and collaborating with unions, HR, and cross-functional teams to improve productivity and reduce waste.

We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and pathways for development within a global company that honors its people and culture.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a unionized facility.
• Experience in bread, bakery or packaged goods is a plus.
• Strong communication in a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to lead safety and quality programs.
• Knowledge of GMPs and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direct supervision to hourly associates.
• Involvement and leadership in Continuous Improvement programs.
• Oversee product quality and manage CAPAs.
• Attend meetings with the Union, hourly associates and HR when required.
• Schedule shifts in a multi-shift unionized environment.
• Conduct accident investigations and WSIB follow-up.

Skills

Leadership

Union experience

Quality control

Safety compliance

Production scheduling

Cross-functional

GMP knowledge

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Kronos

Job description

As part of the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1,000 products across; 18 brands Canadians know and trust, like Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery®, Takis®, Thomas'®, Little Bites™, Vachon®, Hostess® and more.

In business for more than 110 years, the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4,000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada creates value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains, retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada.

At Bimbo Canada, we’re more than just a bakery - we’re a family dedicated to baking delicious moments for millions. Our beliefs are the foundation of our success, and we’re looking for people who share our commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direct supervision to hourly associates. This includes training associates, validating training booklets and managing the performance of your direct reports.
• Involvement and leadership in Continuous Improvement Programs to achieve productivity improvements.
• Follow up on actionable items with the team.
• Facilitate LOTO training.
• Take lead in SWP and risk assessments.
• Oversee product quality and take proactive steps in managing the complaints and addressing quality related CAPAs (Corrective Action Plans).
• Attend meetings with the Union, hourly associates and Human relations when required.
• Make recommendations regarding line improvements.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure that you and your team are in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, JHSC recommendations, MOL work orders, Company Safety rules and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Provide performance management counseling and/or progressive discipline in a timely fashion when required.
• Participate in monthly safety/crew talks, weekly Safety Interactions, Hazard IDs and Workplace Inspections.
• Ensure execution of sensory evaluations, , moles (Oven Thermal Profiling), Systematic Supervisions and their next steps.
• Take ownership of the GB Connected usage per shift (Downtime classification, Dough, FG and Waste Recording).
• Take initiative and exercise good judgment in day-to-day business decisions.
• Learn, develop and exhibit behaviors consistent with the priorities of safety, quality and performance.
• Schedule associates and productions shifts with a multi-shift unionized environment.
• Conduct and assist in accident investigation and take an active role in WSIB case management and ensuring early and safe return of injured workers to modified and/or productive duties. Follow up with the root cause that are identified from the incident that occurred.
• Work with cross-functional departments to maintain and improve product quality standards, while reducing plant waste and improving on production efficiency.
• Be flexible, capable and willing to be “hands on” to perform any other technical or production-related task, as the circumstances require.
• Lead execution of risk assessments to reduce safety risks in respective areas.
• Review and analyze product compliance according to the quality specifications.
• Must be knowledgeable and be able to follow GMPs, Food Safety and Health & Safety requirements.
• Control direct labour hours through Kronos verification.
• Line coverage as needed.
• Cover vacation gaps in the event of an emergency.

Experience & Education:

• The successful candidate will possess a relevant post-secondary education.
• 3-5 years plus in Supervisory experience with some experience in a unionized facility.
• Previous experience in a unionized food, dairy, beverage or packaged goods industry is a definite asset.
• Experience with bread, buns, muffin, or tortilla production is highly valued.
• Superior communication skills in a multi-cultural environment and the ability to deal with a variety of front-line industrial relations issues.
• Takes initiative, exercises good judgment in day-to-day business decisions.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Knowledge of good labour/management practices including progressive discipline and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards, regulations and best practices.
• The flexibility to adapt to the operation schedule.

The annual salary range for applicants is: $65,000 - $80,000, which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other factors.

Growth Opportunities:

Bimbo Canada is committed to personal and professional growth. We offer training, development, and advancement opportunities both domestically and internationally.

Innovation

Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions.

The Bimbo Way:

We believe in the special dignity and value of the human person. We believe that as people we form one community and we believe that this community is focused on getting results. We do this by competing and winning in the market with superior quality in everything we do. We believe in being sharp operators; that is, being very, very good at what we do, and always acting with integrity so that as a company we can transcend and endure for a very long time. That’s the Bimbo Way.

We are incredibly proud of our distinction as one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital. This recognition is a reflection of how strong, people-first culture drives exceptional performance and sets us apart as industry leaders. Bimbo Canada was also named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes! This tremendous honour recognizes our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates.

We thank all interested applicants, but only those selected will be contacted. Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada (Formerly Canada Bread Company Limited) are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check (including but not limited to criminal history, reference, credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.

Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse workplace that promotes diversity, equity and belonging in the workplace, and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process, or would like more details about accessibility, should contact Bimbo Canada Accessibility at [e-mail].