Production Supervisor WKND

Naturally Home Grown Foods Ltd; Surrey; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental coverage

RRSP matching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Chips!

Job summary

Naturally Homegrown Foods in Canada is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead our snack production line from prep to packaging. You will mentor a shift-based team, ensure safety and quality, and drive efficient workflows to maximize output.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, process improvements, and a strong safety mindset within a food manufacturing environment. Weekend FT availability is required; starting wage is CAD 70,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Food Science, Business or Operations Management.
• 5+ years supervisor experience in Manufacturing/Food Industry.
• First Aid certificates required, Level 2 First Aid preferred.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and GMPs in food manufacturing.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on production equipment experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to a production team and meet daily productivity targets.
• Improve product quality, efficiency, and minimize waste.
• Schedule shifts in a multi-shift environment.
• Direct staff on priorities and timelines; ensure safety and sanitation.
• Coach and develop team; drive continuous improvement and problem solving.
• Maintain a safe workplace compliant with OH&S legislation.

Skills

First Aid Certificate

Level 2 First Aid

Leadership

Problem Solving

Strong Communication

Mechanical Aptitude

Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary education in Engineering, Food Science, Business, or Operations Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Naturally Homegrown Foods, we craft great tasting natural snacks that inspire people to go beyond. As our company has grown, so have our product lines… yet our passion for quality has never wavered. We need team members who share our passion for high quality, all natural, and adventurous snacks.

We offer a competitive salary and every position at Naturally Homegrown Foods comes with benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and, of course, chips!

The 5 words that best describe us are:

• Natural
• Adventurous
• Trustworthy
• Energetic

We know that’s six, but we also like to push limits and go beyond expectations. We’re independently owned & operated… and proudly Canadian to boot.

Overview of Position:

Our production team is the backbone of crafting our delicious snacks from start to finish, ensuring they are made safely and tastefully. As a Production Supervisor, you will oversee the entire production process, from prepping fresh ingredients to monitoring cooking and packaging operations. You will lead and mentor your team, ensuring that all safety and quality standards are met.

In this role, you’ll be instrumental in maintaining a clean and organized production area while optimizing workflow for maximum efficiency. This position offers an exciting opportunity to enhance your skills, including equipment maintenance and process improvement, all while guiding a dedicated team focused on delivering top-notch products. Your leadership will be key in fostering a culture of quality and excellence in our production line.

Your Mission:

• Provide leadership and motivate employees to continually improve performance and results while achieving daily productivity targets.
• Focuses on improving product quality standards, maximizing production efficiency, and minimizing waste.
• Schedules employees to production shifts within a multi-shift environment.
• Directs staff to ensure schedules and other business objectives are prioritized and completed in a timely manner.
• Coordinates and assigns sanitation duties as required.
• Identifies quality issues and makes decision based on established guidelines.
• Action oriented and proactive in coaching, empowering, and problem solving with other members of the team.
• Develops and maintains a safe working environment and ensures continued compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
• Complies with all safety policy, accident prevention, and compliance programs; reviews work areas for potential issues that could result in losses.
• Flexible, capable, and willing to be “hands on” to perform any other technical or production related tasks.
• Creates a workforce culture of excellence where employees are engaged contributors to the success of the business.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• Relevant post-secondary education in Engineering, Food Science, Business, Operations Management.
• 5+ Years Supervisor experience in Manufacturing/Food Industry.
• First Aid Certificate Required
• Level 2 First Aid
• Qualifications in logistics and/or recognized safety programs.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment and mechanical aptitude are definite assets.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to be hands-on with production equipment
• Superior communications skills and the ability to deal with a variety of front-line challenges in a proactive manner.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
• Knowledge of GMP’s within a food manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated problem solving and leadership skills.
• Adept with Microsoft Office.

Additional Information:

• This position requires successful completion of a clear background check prior to start date.
• Must be available to work the Weekend Shift on a full-time basis from 4:00 PM – 4:00 AM Friday – Sunday
• Starting wage is $70,000 annually
• Steel Toed Safety Shoes are required, Personal Protective Equipment will be provided onsite.

Naturally Homegrown Foods champions diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Our aim is to create an inclusive space where everyone thrives, free from discrimination and harassment. We make employment decisions based on merit and suitability for the role, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, race, disability, or age. Should you need any accommodation during our hiring process, please don't hesitate to ask; we're happy to provide support.

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We thank you in advance for your interest however only selected applicants will be contacted. No phone calls please.