Production Supervisor

Cronos Group Inc.; Clearview; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cannabinoid company in Clearview, Ontario, is seeking a Production Supervisor to coordinate and supervise day-to-day plant operations. The ideal candidate will ensure good manufacturing practices are followed and will lead a team towards achieving production goals. Applicants should have 2+ years experience in a manufacturing environment, technical knowledge of production equipment, and strong communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing industry focused on innovation and quality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical knowledge of milling and/or packaging equipment is an asset.
• Experience in GMP/GAP production floor environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise day-to-day plant production operations.
• Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices are followed.
• Lead and mentor team members while driving safety performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organization

Flexibility

Education

Post-secondary education degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Job description

Cronos is an innovative global cannabinoid company committed to building disruptive intellectual property by advancing cannabis research, technology, and product development. With a passion to responsibly elevate the consumer experience, Cronos is building an iconic brand portfolio. Cronosu2019 diverse international brand portfolio includes Spinachu00AE, PEACE NATURALSu00AE and Lord Jonesu00AE. For more information about Cronos and its brands, please visit: https://thecronosgroup.com/. At Cronos Group, we hire talented people who thrive on solving difficult problems and give them the opportunity to hone new skills and approaches. If you want to play a part in shaping an innovative industry and help build a historically significant company, we want to meet you.

As the Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for coordinating and supervising day‑to‑day plant production operations. Help in setting up the equipment to run production. Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices are followed during production activities for cannabis related products/projects. This includes, but is not limited to, organizing and assigning work to shop floor personnel, instructing, guiding, and assisting employees in the attainment of production and quality goals and standards, developing, and mentoring team members, and driving safety performance results that meet and/or exceed company goal and targets. The ideal candidate is energetic, collaborative, and forward‑thinking. This position is based out of Stayner, Ontario.

What you’ll be doing

• Has the ability to set up the equipment for production requirements.
• Assess labor needs and make necessary adjustments to ensure adequate staffing levels.
• Ensure that Production Operators are aware of and follow safety protocols and SOPs and document their training.
• Schedule and organize staff to the appropriate roles to ensure the team performs duties to meet production targets and expectations.
• Ensure timesheets for all employees are submitted in a timely manner.
• Oversee the documentation and KPI tracking of production room activities.
• Understand the operation of all production equipment and train operators accordingly.
• Ensure the optimal functioning of equipment and report on maintenance requirements.
• Oversee assembly, disassembly, and cleaning of production equipment.
• Perform and document all duties according to SOPs, GMP regulations, and all other established safety standards and company policies.
• Assist with creating and/or revising SOPs.
• Lead by example and be responsible for the work standards of the team.
• Ensure safety regulations are met in all areas of responsibility and that employees perform the assigned work in a safe manner.
• Ensure all functions and related documentation are completed accurately and in a timely fashion to meet production targets and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with department management to develop departmental initiatives and strategies to increase efficiencies.
• Report deviations and assist in investigations (propose solutions and resolve problems) concerning production issues.
• Other tasks as assigned by department management.

Your Environment

• Required to work overtime as needed.
• The work environment can be warm and humid.
• Lifting up to 15‑20 lbs.
• Standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to perform a series of repetitive operations requiring manual dexterity and visual acuity.

You’ll need to have

• Technical knowledge of milling and/or packaging equipment would be an asset.
• Post‑secondary education degree or diploma.
• 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in GMP/GAP production floor environment.
• Knowledge of GMP/GAP as demonstrated by the ability to create/revise procedures/systems for their area of responsibility.
• Detail oriented with strong communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills, demonstrated through previous experience.
• Must be flexible and capable of carrying multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must have the ability to work with minimal supervision and to work well as part of a team.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office/SharePoint (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with ERP systems—SAP is preferred.
• First aid training is an asset.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. For candidates with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request in all phases of the selection process.