Production Supervisor (Afternoon shift)

Cérélia North America; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental andVision

RRSP with employer contribution/match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cérélia North America in Mississauga is seeking a Production Supervisor to ensure line operations, safety, and quality. You will train staff, manage shift targets, and generate production reports. Strong leadership and HACCP knowledge are essential for success.

Responsibilities include coordinating with multiple departments, scheduling to minimize overtime, and maintaining GMP adherence. A Grade 12 education and solid English communication are required for this fast-paced role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years working experience in a food manufacturing environment with 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Familiarity with highly automated process/packaging technology is an asset.
• Knowledge of HACCP and related food safety procedures.
• Ability to collect data, prepare and interpret production reports.
• Excellent communication and team leadership capabilities.
• Strong time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production lines are operational and targets are met.
• Train staff in production methods, safety, policies and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain accurate production reports and KPIs.
• Schedule hours to minimize overtime and manage staffing.
• Enforce GMP, HACCP and safety policies at all times.
• Coordinate with Logistics, Quality, Sanitation, Maintenance and HR.
• Provide feedback on new hires and performance to HR and Production Manager.

Skills

Team leadership

Food manufacturing

Data collection

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Grade 12 education

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Email

Job description

About Cérélia

Cérélia is a leading food manufacturing company with small-town roots. We are dough and batter experts and proudly serve rolled dough, cookies, pancake and waffle products across Europe, Asia, and North America.

About Cérélia Canada

As part of the global Cérélia Group, headquartered in France, Cérélia Canada partners with major retailers and food brands to deliver high-quality, innovative products. It is committed to food safety, product innovation, and continuous improvement, while fostering a collaborative and dynamic workplace for its employees.

Job Summary:

The Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that the production lines are operational during the shift, run effectively and efficiently while maintaining the required safety and quality standards. Responsibilities will include the training of staff in production methods, safety, policies and procedures. In the course of their duties, the Supervisor will complete paperwork and hold responsibilities for the operation of various types of machinery and any necessary assigned work. Through the effective management of targets, goals and production efficiencies, the Supervisor will ensure the ongoing success of outgoing products. The Supervisor must be prepared to work as a team member and with minimal supervision, follow all safety and food safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a manufacturing environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure proper preparation before work starts, communicate instruction and targets to the team.
• Ensure shift targets are being met and review production related KPIs
• Schedule and manage hours worked by employees in such way that minimum overtime is accrued.
• Ensure new and existing employees are appropriately trained.
• Check packaging material quantities and ensure proper storage.
• Adhering and ensuring all policies, procedures and programs of the company (GMP, Quality, Food Safety and Health & Safety etc) are followed at all times.
• Request packaging materials through the Transfer Order process
• Give timely feedback on new hire performance to Human Resources and the Production Manager.
• Write accurate production reports, proactively report gaps and opportunity for improvement.
• Work closely with other departments such as Logistics, Quality, Sanitation, Maintenance and HR regarding daily tasks as required.
• Closely review performance of employees and discipline/reward them when needed in consultation with Human Resources.
• Adhering to and enforcing all policies, procedures and programs of the company (GMP, Quality, Food Safety, Health & Safety etc) at all times.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years working experience in food manufacturing environment; 2 years experience at the supervisory level

• Familiarity with highly automated process/packaging technology is an asset.

• Knowledge of HACCP and related food safety procedures.

• Can multi-task in an effective manner and work under tight deadlines.

• Ability to collect data, prepare and interpret production reports.

• Grade 12 education. Good written and verbal English language skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and management.

• Intermediate computer skills including Email, MS Excel, Word.

• Ability to work flexible hours including some overtime, Sundaysand/or other shifts when needed.

• Excellent knowledge of HACCP.

• Strong knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), CFIA, SQF/GFSI. Lean manufacturing concepts.

• Enthusiastic learner and proactive individual with the ability to effectively manage various projects concurrently.

• Strong time management and organizational skills. A results-oriented individual with excellent problem solving and organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and deliver high-quality results within specified time frames.

• Attention to detail, ability to prioritize and make judgments, and a sense of urgency will be important to the candidate’s success.

• Must be comfortable working in an entrepreneurial spirited, fast-paced and changing workplace environment with a desire to make a strong impact on the business.

• Must have excellent initiative, be a self-starter with a keen attention to details.

• Must have the ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.

Working Conditions:

• Work week: (Tuesday - Saturday)
• Overtime as required
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and computer peripheral
• Fast paced environment
• Physical Demands: Bend, Carry, Lift, Push, Reach, Standing for long periods
• Ability to work in a hot/cold environment

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary range: CAD $68K - $73K per year
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits package
• Retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer contribution/match
• Paid Time Off

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We kindly request no telephone inquiries regarding the status of applications.

DISCLAIMER:

Cérélia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.