Production Manager

4 days ago


Simcoe, Canada VG Meats Full time

VG Meats is looking for a Production Manager in Simcoe, ON The Production Manager is the person directly responsible for overseeing the daily operations and develops strategies to ensure it meets production goals at minimal cost. The Production Manager is also responsible for upholding a safe work environment for employees.

Our Leadership Values

Additionally, it is imperative that the Production Manager, as part of their fulfillment of positional duties and responsibilities, conducts themselves, and serves as an example for others, in accordance with the criteria established by the company, to be conducive to a work environment that promotes their desired culture. The Production Manager shall demonstrate and promote the following qualities:

  1. Mutual Respect
  2. Humility
  3. Solution-Oriented
  4. Proactive
  5. Truth-Seeking
  6. Transparent Communication
  7. Discipline

Why should you work for us?

  • 25% off employee discount
  • A growing company offering many learning experiences
  • We are a regenerative employer meaning that the organization continues to build a workplace that is good for its staff, producers, customers and communities.

What you will do as the Production Manager:

  • Work directly with department heads to coordinate production and distribution activities and ensure smooth daily operations
  • Train supervisors and administrators, give performance reviews, institute employee policies and procedures and motivate staff to meet or exceed production goals
  • Build and maintain a trusting relationship with employees and communicate about performance expectations
  • Hire and onboard new staff
  • Give useful feedback to employees
  • Test and monitor plant processes
  • Prepare and analyze production and performance reports; determine KPIs and measure them on a regulus basis
  • Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs
  • Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations
  • Develop and drive continuous improvement initiatives
  • Participate in various activities related to safety, quality, productivity, innovation, information and data security, supply management, marketing, people management, and other delivery
  • Be responsible for production output, product quality and on-time shipping
  • Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus
  • Adhere to company's rules and regulations
  • Stay up to date with latest production trends, best practices and technology
  • Reports to: General Manager
  • Other duties as assigned

5 Major Categories of Production Manager Duties: "To efficiently and safely manage a team to produce high quality products, while minimizing waste, and constantly pursuing opportunities to reduce costs".

  1. Safety
  2. Efficiency
  3. Quality
  4. Waste
  5. Continuous Improvement

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • College diploma or degree in manufacturing/production management or a related field of study; and/or equivalent related work experience.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills combined with strong organizational skills
  • Computer literate and mechanically inclined
  • 5 + years previous management experience in a food manufacturing environment with proven leadership skills;
  • Effective leadership skills and motivational abilities, with a strong focus on plant and business processes
  • Ability to identify key issues, overcome internal challenges or obstacles creatively and strategically
  • A clear and solid understanding of personnel policies, practices, procedures and other operational issues faced by the organization
  • Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
  • A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution and people management skills

About VG Meats:

VG Meats is dedicated to producing high quality, healthy foods through sustainable farming practices. A fourth-generation family business, we produce tenderness tested beef, pork and pastured poultry that our customers love. We're looking for people who share our dedication and vision. Our areas of focus are: regenerative farming practices, retailers, farmers, restaurants, distributors and institutions.

VG Meats is an equal opportunity employer and accommodation will be provided during the interviewing and hiring processes.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent


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