Manager, Production (Temporary)

Manager, Production (Temporary)

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence.?Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter–from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.

Overview of the Role

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for leading our Production team to produce quality dairy products in an efficient, safe and cost-effective manner. The Production Manager is responsible for promoting positive employee relationships and foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter while striving to achieve excellence in the areas of Employee Health and Safety, Product Quality and Food Safety.

Contract Length

18-24 months

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Provides leadership, direction, guidance and support to Production supervisors and personnel. Develops positive, motivating and efficient communication with all employees.
• Supervision, evaluation, motivation and training of personnel to ensure work is completed efficiently, effectively and safely;
• Ensures the efficient and effective use of manpower, equipment and material resources;
• Ensure the manufacturing and packaging of a quality product while maintaining a safe and motivated workforce;
• Monitors the scheduling of equipment and personnel to ensure production requirements are met on a timely basis;
• Ensures that safe conditions exist at all times within the work environment; will take appropriate action to protect the health and safety of employees;
• Effectively uses daily production information to track costs, measure trends, and communicate results, positively reinforce success and initiate corrective action when appropriate;
• Troubleshoot and lead problem-solving efforts through the facilitation of effective functional and cross-functional teams and on-the-floor leadership to effectively change systems and procedures through the process of continuous improvement;
• Ensures the Company’s quality and sanitation standards are met through close liaison with Quality Services, full participating in the HACCP and BRC programs, as well as frequent review and implementation of Company and Government Policies.
• Administers environmental policies and ensures regulations are followed;
• Supports and maintains Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.’s quality standards;
• Other duties as required.

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

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Engineering, Food Sciences, Dairy Technology, Operations or Management related field or equivalent experience is a requirement.
• Minimum five (5) years management experience in food manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Superior leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, excellent at planning and analyzing data in spreadsheets, charts
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office), including advance programming in excel, word, PowerPoint. SAP experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of LEAN tools and methodologies an asset
• Very strong H&S and quality culture with focus on continuous improvement.

We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

• Competitive salaries
• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

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.

Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo family's hard work and dedication created a thriving dairy business. More than 65 years later, our roots in this country remain strong with our Corporate Headquarters in Montréal. Today, we are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada with well-loved brands, such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, Baxter, Dairyland, Joyya, Milk2Go, Milk2Go Sport, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn* and Woolwich Goat Dairy. Thanks to our national footprint, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and consumers, and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in Canada, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/canada-sector)

Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day!

* SCOTSBURN is a registered trademark and is used under license by Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.

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Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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