Production Supervisor

Job description **About PBF Pita Bread Factory** Our variety of baked goods are created with authenticity and high-quality standards. We are in the heart of Burnaby and proudly present ourselves as a company that values diversity and growth. PBF Pita Bread Factory has gained trust and loyalty from its customers since 1984. As a division of Rise Baking Company located in the United States, we supply our premium baked products all over Canada, the United States, and Hong Kong. Our mission is to manufacture and deliver high quality baked goods that exceed the expectations of our customers in terms of delivery, specification, and price. We accomplish this by cultivating a caring environment where our dedicated and passionate team relentlessly serve our customers. **Who you are** Are you: - An ambitious and capable leader who can guide their team? - A visionary with a keen eye for attention to detail? - A clear communicator who builds a positive and energetic work environment? **Job Duties and Responsibilities**: **_Supervision_** - Directly supervise all production workers - Explain and train the job requirements to new employees - Continually train and coach production employees - Ensure adequate cross training to staff is provided - Coordinate between mechanics and production employees during machine breakdowns - Coordinate scheduling requirements as needed **_Operations_** - Ensure production sequence is followed based on allergen - Enforce GMP and Allergen Control Program in the plant - Ensure area and equipment cleanliness is maintained before, during and after production - Ensure product specifications are met - Communicate deviations from standard (quality and/or sanitation) as found - Perform some QC checks when required - Ensure proper procedures are being followed for safety, quality and environmental standards - Ensure the operation performs in a productive and profitable manner - Ensure shipping deadlines are met on an ongoing basis **_Health & Safety_** - Train staff on OHS policies and procedures - Implementation and compliance of company safety program to ensure personnel are working in a safe manner in accordance with policies and procedures - Ensure that employees, equipment and processes meet or exceed the OHS and company guidelines and standards - Pursue a culture of safety that is best in class with an objective of "zero" injuries or incidents - Responsible for overseeing safety compliance - Assure a safe work environment through the implementation of various safety processes and programs - Establish a safe and productive work environment employees are proud to represent the company **Knowledge, Skills & Experience**: - 3+ years working in a similar role in a food manufacturing plant - Experience enforcing safety processes and regulations; experience working with an Occupational Health & Safety Committee - Excellent leadership skills-must be able to motivate others and provide complete, direct and actionable feedback - Possess a commitment to and willingness to devote great effort and time in order to reach goals - Ability to make decision in a timely manner - Strong problem solving and analytical skills and the desire to seek solutions - Experience maintaining first aid records (Level 2 is a bonus) - Experience working with WCB; managing RTW plans - Understanding of continuous improvement/lean manufacturing **Key Attributes**: - Safety - Customer Focus - Leadership - Integrity & Trust - Communication skills **Salary**: From $60,000.00 per year **Benefits**: - Dental care - Extended health care - RRSP match - Store discount - Vision care Flexible language requirement: - French not required Schedule: - 8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate: - Burnaby, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) **Experience**: - production supervisor: 2 years (preferred)