Supervisor, Production

Saputo Inc.; Georgetown; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Group retirement plan

Telemedicine

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Paid time off

RRSP & TFSA

Training and development

Saputo Flex Program

Product discounts

Job summary

Saputo Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead our dairy production team and oversee daily operations for quality, safety, efficiency, and cost‑effectiveness in processing and packaging.

The role reports to the Production Manager and requires strong leadership, data‑driven decision making, and the ability to manage a rotating day afternoon shift. SAPuto values teamwork and continuous improvement across its Canadian operations.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in Food Sciences, Dairy Technology, Microbiology or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ progressive dairy or food manufacturing experience.
• Thorough knowledge of dairy operations with emphasis on processing and sanitation.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Self-motivated, results oriented, with initiative and resilience under pressure.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office; analytical and organized.
• Available to work a monthly rotating shift (day and afternoon).

Responsibilities

• Leads production employees and oversees day‑to‑day operations to meet quality, safety, efficiency, and cost targets.
• Schedules equipment and personnel to meet production requirements.
• Uses operational data to monitor trends and communicate improvements to management.
• Maintains procedures and notices for senior management and aligns with QA/Technical Services.
• Coordinates with Maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure product safety and quality.
• Manages inventories, reviews daily sales projections, and ensures product stock.
• Oversees recruitment, performance management, time and attendance, and labour planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team orientation

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Food Sciences/Dairy Technology/Microbiology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview of the role:

Saputo is seeking a Production Supervisor, for an existing opportunity within our organization

Reporting to the Production Manager, this position is responsible for leading our production employees and overseeing the day-to-day operations to ensure objectives are met for quality, safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the processing and packaging of our products.

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Ensures the safe, efficient and effective use of the workforce, equipment and material resources;
• Provides leadership, direction, guidance, supervision, evaluation, motivation and training of production employees.
• Schedules equipment and personnel to ensure production requirements/targets are met on a timely basis;
• Effectively uses operational data daily to measure and communicate trends; reinforces positive results and initiates corrective actions as appropriate;
• Prepares effective written communication including work procedures and notices to progress reports for senior management;
• Ensures that both Company and Governmental quality, sanitation and environmental standards are met through close liaison with Quality Assurance and Technical Services Department, as well as frequent review and implementation of such Policies;
• Liaises with the Maintenance Department to minimize downtime and ensure product safety and quality;
• Ensures safe conditions at all times; takes appropriate action to protect the health and safety of employees;
• Reviews and maintains inventories, monitors daily sales projections, ensuring adequate stock of all products;
• Responsible for personnel management including recruitment, performance and disciplinary, time and attendance and labour planning;
• Supports and maintains Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.’s quality standards;
• Builds and maintains effective internal and external relationships;
• Other duties as required

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Post‑secondary education in Food Sciences, Dairy Technology, Microbiology or other related education/experience;
• Minimum of 3 years’ progressive experience in Dairy or Food manufacturing environment;
• Thorough knowledge of Dairy operations with emphasis on processing and sanitation;
• Demonstrated leadership skills, preferably in a unionized environment;
• Must be self‑motivated, results oriented, possess high degree of initiative, work well under pressure;
• Strong team orientation and proven leadership skills; Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office) analytical and organization skills;
• Available to work on a monthly rotating shift (day and afternoon shifts);

*Please note that the duties, skills, and requirements contained in the posting are common to the role and do not represent an exhaustive list of tasks and duties. Therefore, some of the items may be subject to change based on needs of the business and job function.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
• Paid Parental Leave program
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
• Training and development programs
• Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs
• Organized activities for employees and their families
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

Shift: Day Shift 6:00am to 4:30pm, Flexible Days - 4-days per week, 10-hour shifts

Salary: $80,130 to $105,170

*Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

All applications are carefully considered by our Talent Acquisition team.

Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in screening applications.

Artificial Intelligence is not used to assess or select applications.

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family. Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well‑loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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