Manger, Production

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.

How you will make contributions that matter...

Position Summary:
The Production Manager position exists to direct and manage operations of all departments (Cheese Making, Packaging, Shipping and Receiving) of Saputo Orangeville. This Leadership will always strive to achieve excellence in the areas of Employee Health and Safety, Product Quality and Food Safety, and Productivity while maintaining our Operating Vision.

Reporting Structure:
The position reports the Plant Manager.

Responsibilities (Daily Functions and Duties):
Overview
- In every aspect of the Production Manager’s responsibilities the following Operational Objectives are paramount:

- Employee Health and Safety
- Product Quality and Food Safety
- Productivity
- Communicate and lead meetings required to achieve Operational Objectives
- Focus on customer satisfaction
- Abide by Confidentiality Agreement / Policies
- Ensure compliance with and communication of any Saputo Orangeville and/or Regulatory policies and procedures related to Health & Safety or Product Quality & Food Safety
- Complete and document physical and records verifications as outlined in the SQF Program Procedures
- Lead by example in all areas of the operation
- Ensure the appropriate resources are available to complete the Operational Objectives

Health and Safety:

- Ensure Joint Health & Safety Committee concerns are adequately addressed
- Ensure all Health & Safety incidents are properly investigated and corrective actions are completed
- Have available the appropriate type and level of PPE and other Safety related equipment / training for all personnel, programs i.e. Lock Out - Tag Out
- Ensure the effective re-integration of any employees returning to work after short or long term leaves whether covered under WSIB or other employment-related legislation
- Continuously reinforce the importance of safety through effective communication

Product Quality and Food Safety:

- Maintain all food safety fundamentals and functions to meet or exceed standards
- Communicate with Supervisors regarding updates, etc. to the SQF System
- Follow-up on all Deviations and Corrective Action Reports identified through Internal and External Programs
- Ensure equipment is always properly maintained and repaired to meet all production needs including an effective Preventative Maintenance Program
- Oversee plant security and the maintenance of the building’s integrity
- Continuously assess opportunity to improve Product Quality and Food Safety
- Complete and document physical and records verifications as outlined in the SQF Program Procedures
- In the event of absence of the Saputo Orangeville Personnel, refer to the Emergency Contact List (SQF Team) to identify the designated back-up personnel

Plant Operations / Management:

- Perform the role of Senior Management for the Saputo Orangeville location
- Work with Senior Management to plan annual budget requirements and strategize future needs
- Manage operations within established budgets; seeking approval for variances with appropriate cost justifications
- Set and lead Plant Management Meetings focusing on Operational Objectives providing opportunities to:

- Receive feedback from Supervisors
- Open discussion
- Develop areas of Continuous Improvement
- Spear head the Continuous improvement initiatives
- Strive to achieve production and cost targets - communicate as necessary
- Review and maintain inventory levels and production yields to meet production standards related to volume, cost, and product quality (in terms of industry, company and regulatory standards)
- Maintain staffing and identify required resources to meet varying production demands
- Authorize staffing for all departments within the pre-approved budget guidelines and recommend staffing requirements not pre-authorized through the budgeting process
- Approve all transfers and promotions within the Plant operations
- Interview, hire, orientate, and provide ongoing training, management and development of all direct reports
- Work with Senior Management to develop and communicate Employee Performance criteria
- Ensure criteria is established and documented at the beginning of the annual review period, reviewed throughout the year, and formally evaluated/assessed in documented form at least once a year
- Ensure staff performance levels are at or above Level 3 or a corrective action plan is implemented
- Approve all potential situations of emp