Production Supervisor

 The Opportunity:
The Production Supervisor plays an integral role within our manufacturing facilities on the afternoon shift.  You will be the coach on the playing field, providing leadership and guidance to our team members.   You lead by example and inspire your team to deliver top results.  You are passionate about safety and promote a culture where safety comes first.   You thrive in an environment that is fast-paced and have a keen sense for continuous improvement.  Your approach is collaborative and offer a forum where everyone feels comfortable to bring forward new ideas. 

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by January 13. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy:  Existing Headcount

Compensation:  $61,000 – $91,000 CAD Annually plus annual short-term incentive
Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring that employees are trained on proper equipment use in compliance with OHSA, JHSC recommendations, MOL work orders, company safety policies, GMPs, and HACCP requirements, including all required documentation
• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet quality, safety, and production objectives
• Assign employees, establish work priorities, and resolve operational issues to ensure efficient workflow
• Oversee production activities to ensure implementation, verification, and compliance with GMP, HACCP, etc. in accordance with applicable legislation (i.e., Consumer Packaging and Labeling Act, Weights and Measures Act).
• Takes initiative and exercises timely and good judgment in day-to-day business decisions to drive efficiency.
• Reduction and elimination of workplace accidents. Assists in conducting accident investigations and takes an active role in WSIB case management, ensuring early and safe return of injured workers to modified and /or productive duties.
• Develops, directs, manages, trains, and motivates employees by clearly communicating job expectations, appraising job results, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees in a timely manner.
• Administration of company policies and procedures
• Recognize, support, and commit to the Food Safety promise and facility Mission statement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce waste in the manufacturing process.

What You'll Bring:

• The successful candidate will possess a secondary school education
• Previous production experience
• Proven initiative and leadership skills
• Continuous learner and willingness to embrace change while driving results
• Experience and commitment to Good Manufacturing Practices
• Good verbal communication skills in a multi-cultural environment and the ability to address a variety of front-line employee relations issues
• Good written communication skills with the ability to formulate emails to cross-functional teams within the organization, and complete necessary daily and ad hoc reports
• Good math skills as it pertains to daily production counts
• Ability to problem solve while maintaining a willingness to take calculated risks
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to successfully use MS Office and other computer software application programs necessary for Maple Leaf Operations

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, 'speaker series' events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:
We're a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let's build a better future, together.

We're passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we've made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf, Schneiders, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. We're on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We're a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We're so much stronger when we know we're accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture
Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What's Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at 

The above reflect the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.  In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leaf's annual short-term incentive plan. 

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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