Production Supervisor

Lifetouch Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Lifetouch as a Regional Distribution Food Supervisor, a pivotal role in managing production processes and leading a team. This position involves driving continuous improvement, overseeing technical operations, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and contributing to budgeting efforts. Ideal candidates will bring extensive experience in production environments, strong leadership skills, and a focus on effective communication.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years experience in production environment.
• 3 years supervisory experience.
• Experience in continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical requirements and process improvements in production.
• Direct and mentor technical staff and production team initiatives.
• Manage departmental budget and set performance standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizing

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related discipline

Job description

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At Lifetouch (part of the Shutterfly family of brands), we believe there is extraordinary power in the self-expression. Built on the tradition of “Picture Day”, Lifetouch has captured the unique personalities of children and families for more than 85 years.

What You’ll Do Here

• Drives technical requirements for productions staff on process workflow, application, equipment, and operation matters. Utilizes an understanding of the production process to anticipate or respond to production related problems in a proactive manner.
• Drives Lean Manufacturing methods for process improvement and problem resolution. Ensures alignment and partnering with production engineering and quality teams.
• Establishes and continuously improves processes, procedures, and controls to ensure internal process control, quality, and environmental and safety compliance.
• Ensures the system, equipment and operational aspects of the production process work together efficiently and effectively.
• Communicates with the necessary internal and external resources to resolve technical issues and ensures system, equipment and procedures are current and operating effectively and efficiently.
• Provides process improvement through automation, management tools, identification and implementation of service delivery metrics and workload measurements.
• Uses production predictions, materials’ cost forecasts, equipment maintenance and replacement costs to support the development of the annual budget.
• Directs the support staff necessary to maintain the entire technical infrastructure (computer systems, production equipment, and building systems) necessary to meet production requirements.
• Directs and mentors’ technical staff and production team members in implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide leadership and direction to departments. Develop, motivate, and guide staff.
• Set and manage quality, efficiency, and employee performance standards.
• Implement and manage departmental safety programs and initiatives.
• Manage and is accountable for their department budget and monitors area performance according to the strategic plan.
• Conduct performance reviews.
• Carries out supervisory duties in coaching staff, establishing goal objectives, employee relations, and day to day performance of the departments.
• Demonstrate care and concern for the safety and health of self and others by promoting and modeling all safety rules and guidelines and ensuring safe work practices.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

The Skills You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or related discipline is required.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in a production environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Formal training and demonstrated experience implementing continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven abilities in problem-solving and organizing.
• Thorough understanding of productions processes.
• Possess a broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to quickly adjust and respond to seasonal / changing work demands.
• Ability to budget and forecast accurately.

Please note candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be interviewed.You must provide examples of how you meet the minimum requirements either in your cover letter or resume.)

We offer a competitive salary and compensation package.

Supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce is important to Shutterfly not only because it directly reflects our value of Embracing our Differences, but also because it’s the right thing to do for our business and for our people. We welcome all applicants and evaluate them based on their qualifications, without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or other characteristic covered by law. Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on our Career Site.

This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis until filled.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Photography

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