Line Operator Manager

**Production Line Manager**

Full time permanent position

St. Thomas, Ontario (Talbotville rural location)

REPORTS TO:
Operations Manager

**The Company**

At Ontario Plants Propagation Limited, our vision is to be North America’s premier supplier of greenhouse vegetable transplants. In order to help us accomplish this goal, we need to hire a motivated, passionate person that will support our workforce and facilities. With that in mind, we are looking for a high-energy, hands on, Production Line Supervisor to oversee all aspects associated with the greenhouse production lines.

**Job Description/Responsibilities**

**1. Production Lines Oversight**
- Responsible for the oversight of line operators, Team leads and their production teams.
- Manage the preparation, scheduling and production of customer orders on the seeding lines, organic line, Elle pot, selecting and block lines and machine spacing
- Ensure quality assurance procedures are followed, and any defects are addressed and recorded
- Collaborate with the maintenance department to schedule preventative maintenance and address repairs as required.
- Develop, implement, and report on key performance indicators for each production line and machine spacing.
- Examine performance data and reports (e.g., daily/weekly line reports) to evaluate the line activities of the company and take corrective actions where appropriate to maximize performance and minimize losses and deviations.
- Provide project management for production improvement projects
- Ensure that goals and objectives are met and that corrective action is taken when necessary.

**2. Resource Management**
- Ensure on time posting of production workorders & the timely completion of floor plans.
- Collaborate with other department leaders to gather input for production scheduling & Coordinate labour planning for the lines with the workforce planner.
- Create and execute standard operating procedures.

**3. Team Leadership**
- Provide leadership for employee relations through effective communication and coaching
- Recruit, Promote, Supervise, train, and develop a crew of Line operators & Team leads.
- Conduct annual reviews and coaching activities to ensure performance meets established standards.

**4. Quality Control**
- Establish and enforce quality control standards throughout the production process
- Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify areas for improvement

**5. Collaboration and Communication**
- Demonstrate positive leadership and establish and demonstrate a strong business ethic in relationships with employees & suppliers
- Ensure effective and efficient communication between all departments

**6. Regulatory Compliance**
- Ensure that all reporting employees adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Ensure that all company Bio-security and Hygiene protocols are followed and enforced.
- Instruct and enforce safety management programs, training and processes for Greenhouse and Warehouse staff.

**7. Safety Compliance**
- Foster a safe work environment by promoting adherence to safety protocols, compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, conducting regular safety inspections, and implementing corrective actions to mitigate hazards.

*Performs other duties as required.

**Knowledge / Abilities**
- Ability to interpret and act upon complex instructions.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of the organization.
- Advanced quantitative and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent planning and resource allocation skills.
- Proven leadership abilities.
- Project Management Skills
- Manual dexterity

**Minimum requirements**
- 3-5 years of direct experience working in a production leadership role.
- Experience and knowledge working with Robotics in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in the greenhouse industry, an asset but not required.
- Experience using Lean Six Sigma and continues improvement tools to drive purposeful results
- Familiarity with OHSA and safety regulations
- Experience with leading continues improvement projects

**Physical Location/Working Conditions**
- Greenhouse environment in rural area.
- 30-60 hours per week
- Able to work long hours including Saturdays, Sunday, and holidays when required.
- Start times vary significantly during busy times, flexibility is a must.

**Wage**
- Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.

**How to apply**:
Submit your Cover letter and Resume.

Mail: 38024 John Wise Line, St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3T2

Subject title**:Production Line Manager**

Fax: 519 637 2449

Pay: $20.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 60 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person