Production Supervisor

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian food company seeks a results-oriented Production Supervisor in Edmonton. The role involves supervising the production department, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and leading initiatives in a collaborative team environment. Successful candidates must have strong leadership skills and prior experience in a production setting. You will manage schedules, maintain quality standards, and handle employee relations. The company values a diverse and inclusive workplace and offers competitive health benefits from day one.

Benefits

Competitive health and wellness benefits

Inclusive company culture

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven initiative and leadership skills needed.
• Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices is essential.
• Knowledge of HACCP and safety regulations required.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production department and staff.
• Participate in Six Sigma initiatives.
• Maintain safety standards and compliance.
• Manage payroll and employee attendance records.

Skills

Leadership skills

Good Manufacturing Practices

HACCP knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Experience in a production environment

Job description

The Opportunity:

An exciting opportunity has opened up for an energetic, results oriented individual within one of Maple Leaf Foods fastest growing markets. Maple Leaf Foods, Poultry is a well established progressive company, looking for a Production Supervisor.

Supervise the Production department, the people and systems, actively participate and be involved in a high performance cross‑functional team environment including participation or leading Six Sigma initiatives.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by January 26*. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in the Life:

• Responsible for maintaining quality of product, scheduling and assigning employees, establishing priorities, revising schedules and resolving problems
• Supervision of production employees, achievement of production objectives, verification and implementation of manufacturing procedures
• Takes initiative and exercises timely and good judgement in day to day business decisions
• Maintains a safe working environment by educating and directing employees on the use of equipment and resources while maintaining compliance with the OHSA, JHSC recommendations or MOL work orders, Company safety rules, GMPs and HACCP including documentation
• Support QA with food safety issues relating to processing Act as a role model in following food safety protocols
• Reduction and elimination of workplace accidents Conducts accident investigations and takes an active role in WCB case management ensuring early and safe return of injured workers to modified and/or productive duties
• Develops, directs, manages, trains and motivates employees by communicating job expectations, appraising job results, coaching, counselling and disciplining employees in a timely manner
• Maintains a positive employee relations environment by communicating effectively with peers, employees and managers
• Administration of the Collective Agreement and other company policies and procedures
• Completion of payroll and attendance records for the department’s employees using KRONOS
• Continuously improves the manufacturing process in Supporting Six Sigma methodologies by identifying opportunities and breakthrough thinking
• Recognise, support and commit to the Food Safety promise and facility Mission statement. Ensure our product production is wholesome and to offer suggestions to improve food safety on the production floor

What You’ll Bring:

The successful candidate will be results-oriented, thrive in a fast paced, demanding environment, and have the ability to develop positive working relationships with all employees. Candidates must have:

• Proven initiative and leadership skills
• Continuous learner and willingness to embrace change
• Experience and commitment to Good Manufacturing Practices
• Knowledge of HACCP and Provincial Health and Safety Regulations
• Embraces the Maple Leaf Leadership Values
• Superior communication skills in a multi‑cultural environment and the ability to deal with a variety of front line employee relations issues
• A good listener with excellent written communication skills
• Self‑directed, mature and professional approach to project work
• Must possess strong interpersonal, leadership, presentation and analytical skills
• Results oriented
• Well established organisational skills to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to successfully use MS Office and other computer software application programs necessary for Maple Leaf Operations

Working Conditions:

• Must be physically fit and able to multitask, quickly adjusting from one task to another
• Presence may be required on the production floor for long periods of time and/or repetitively
• Independent and collaborative work environment

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high‑performance, people‑focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science‑based targets

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognising and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace

We embrace a strong, values‑based culture

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail]

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.