Team Leader - Packaging

FGF Brands; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership training

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Tuition reimbursement

Discount program

Job summary

FGF Brands is seeking a Team Leader-Packaging in Vaughan to provide hands-on leadership on the packaging line, ensuring product consistency and timely delivery while meeting FGF standards.

The role requires mentoring, pre-shift briefings, and active supervision of packaging operations, with focus on QA, inventory entry in OMS, and adherence to GMP and safety procedures. Flexibility to cover various shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable).
• 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.

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.
• Verifying proper packaging materials and ensuring proper product in being placed within the packaging.
• Operates and manages labelling machine efficiently.
• Responsible for controlling CCP (Critical Control Point).
• Responsible for all packaging quality paperwork and ensuring accuracy.
• Ensures Operations Management System (OMS) procedures are being followed (entering inventory into the operating system).
• Follows VQS (visual quality standards).
• Provides orientation and training as required to ensure an effective and efficient work force.
• Ensures a safe working environment at all times by enforcing FGF standards & follows-up on inspections.
• Reports any equipment malfunctions to the appropriate parties.
• Ensures every Team Member on the packaging line receives their entitled break and proper coverage is provided Follows all GMP’s and Safety Procedures as outlined by FGF.
• May be asked by Shift Leader to perform general labor duties when needed as well as be assigned additional.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Tools

Labelling machine

OMS

Job description

We’re a naan traditional company… Reporting to the Line Leader, the Team Leader-Packaging is responsible for providing hands‑on leadership to the packaging line while ensuring a consistent product in a timely manner that meets standards set by FGF.

Summary

We’re a naan traditional company… Reporting to the Line Leader, the Team Leader-Packaging is responsible for providing hands‑on leadership to the packaging line while ensuring a consistent product in a timely manner that meets standards set by FGF.

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
• Verifying proper packaging materials and ensuring proper product in being placed within the packaging
• Operates and manages labelling machine efficiently
• Responsible for controlling CCP (Critical Control Point)
• Responsible for all packaging quality paperwork and ensuring accuracy
• Ensures Operations Management System (OMS) procedures are being followed (entering inventory into the operating system)
• Follows VQS (visual quality standards)
• Provides orientation and training as required to ensure an effective and efficient work force
• Ensures a safe working environment at all times by enforcing FGF standards & follows-up on inspections
• Reports any equipment malfunctions to the appropriate parties
• Ensures every Team Member on the packaging line receives their entitled break and proper coverage is provided Follows all GMP’s and Safety Procedures as outlined by FGF
• May be asked by Shift Leader to perform general labor duties when needed as well as be assigned additional

Required Experience

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)
• 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.

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.

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

FGF Brands may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process. These tools may assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants. AI tools are used to support our recruitment process, with final hiring decisions made by our recruitment and hiring teams.

FGF Brands is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let our recruitment team know, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.