Team Leader - Depositing

FGF Brands; Toronto; On-site; CAD 38,572 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Tuition reimbursement

Discount program

Job summary

FGF Brands is seeking a Team Leader - Depositing in Canada. The role is hands‑on leadership for the depositing line and oven operators to ensure a consistent product and on‑time production. You will guide a team, train operators, and coordinate across departments to maintain quality and efficiency.

The position emphasizes GMP compliance, safety, and a strong work ethic, with opportunities for growth through leadership training and benefits including health coverage and tuition support.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 40 kg.
• Flexible to work days, afternoons, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Leads by example and fosters a respectful, team‑oriented environment.
• Conduct pre‑shift huddles and provide feedback to Team Members.
• Lead, coach, mentor and train Team Members on the depositing line.
• Supervise Oven Operators and Mixers on the depositing line.
• Coordinate with the mixing department to ensure proper batch readiness.
• Load the depositing machine with new batches and ensure accurate deposition.
• Weigh product to verify correct batter deposition and adjust the machine as needed.
• Follow OMS inventory entry procedures and ensure safe GMP practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Manufacturing experience

Safety compliance

Depositing line

Job description

Job Description

Team Leader - Depositing

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Summary

Reporting to the Line Leader and Shift Leader, the Team Leader – Depositing is responsible for providing hands‑on leadership to the depositing line and oven operators while ensuring a consistent product in a timely manner that meets all standards set forth by FGF.

Pay Rate: $28.65/hour plus $1 premium for night hours and $2 premium for weekend hours.

What FGF Offers:

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential


• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account


• RRSP matching program


• Tuition reimbursement


• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.

Primary Responsibilities

• Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and team work among Team Members


• Conduct pre-shift huddles and provides feedback for Team Members


• Leads, coaches, mentors and trains Team Members


• Responsible for leading production Team Members on the depositing line, including Oven Operators and Mixers


• Co-coordinating with the mixing department to ensure proper batch is ready to be deposited


• Continuously loads the depositing machine with new batches


• Operates machine that deposits metered amount of batter into baking trays


• Weighs product regularly to ensure the machine is depositing the correct amount


• Provides adjustments to the computerized depositing machine


• Uses industrial sized spatula to ensure all the product batter is scraped into the machine


• Ensures Operations Management System (OMS) procedures are being followed (entering inventory into the operating system)


• Provides orientation and training as required to ensure an effective and efficient team


• Ensure a safe working environment is maintained by enforcing FGF standards and following up on inspections


• Reports any equipment malfunctions and quality issues to the appropriate parties


• Ensures every Team Member on the depositing line receives their breaks and proper coverage is provided


• Follows all GMP’s and Safety Procedures as outlined by FGF


• May be asked by a Shift Leader to perform General Labour duties when needed as well as be assigned additional duties

Required Experience:

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment Accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to detect the presence of a quality issue


• Good communication skills


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or distraction


• Physical capable of performing the demands of the role including frequently moving objects up to 40 kg


• Flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

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Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.

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