Supervisor, Production - Jobs in Saskatoon, SK

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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.Overview of the RoleSaputo Dairy Products is seeking an enthusiastic, driven, Production Supervisor to join our team. As a member of the Production team, this position is responsible for front line supervision of operations team members to ensure safe and efficient production of quality products.How you will make contributions that matter:

• Provides leadership, direction and guidance to production personnel;
• Supervision, evaluation, motivation and training of personnel to ensure work is completed efficiently, effectively and safely;
• Ensures the efficient and effective use of manpower, equipment and material resources;
• Schedules equipment and personnel to ensure production requirements are met on a timely basis;
• Ensures that safe conditions exist at all times within the work environment; will take appropriate action to protect the health and safety of employees;
• Develops and fosters strong and effective functional and cross-functional teams that effectively change systems and procedures through the process of continuous improvement;
• Effectively uses daily production information to track costs, measure trends, and communicate results, positively re-enforce success and initiate corrective action when appropriate;
• Ensures the Company’s quality and sanitation standards are met through close liaison with Quality Control, full participation in the HACCP and BRC programs, as well as frequent review and implementation of Company and Government Policies;
• Ensuring that all work is performed safely while following OH&S, WCB, Food Safety and other Company regulations and procedures;
• Administers environmental policies and ensures regulations are followed;
• Communicates with the Maintenance Department to maximize machine efficiencies and monitor equipment performance;
• Administers the Collective Agreement and maintains effective internal and external working relationships; and
• Other duties as required.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years Supervisory experience;
• Minimum of 3 years in the Dairy or Food manufacturing;
• Post-secondary education in Food Sciences, Dairy Technology, Microbiology or other related education/experience;
• Thorough knowledge of dairy operations with emphasis on processing and sanitation;
• Must have strong computer skills including but not limited to SAP & Microsoft Office – Word, Excel;
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification from a reputable company an asset;
• Significant proven record of knowledge of the methodology and tools used in Six Sigma and Lean;
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated analytical organizational skills;
• Must be self-motivated, results oriented, possess high degree of initiative, work well under pressure;
• Ability to understand complex processes and simplifying them and strong analytical acumen;
• Ability to coach, mentor and develop project team members;
• Must be available to work shift work, holidays, and weekends, on call.

The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership and initiative. They will demonstrate creativity and self-motivation. They must be able to work independently and must have the capacity to multitask. Furthermore, they must be able to bring projects to full completion without close supervision.We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

• Competitive salaries
• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Purchase option of company stocks
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo familys hard work and dedication created a thriving dairy business. More than 65 years later, our roots in this country remain strong with our Corporate Headquarters in Montréal. Today, we are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada with well-loved brands, such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, Baxter, Dairyland, Joyya, Milk2Go, Milk2Go Sport, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn* and Woolwich Goat Dairy. Thanks to our national footprint, were proud to bring our best to our customers and consumers, and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in Canada, please click here. ( http://saputo.com/en/our-products/canada-sector )Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day!

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The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only. All open jobs offered by Saputo Inc. and all companies, corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships and other entities controlled by Saputo Inc. (collectively, “Saputo”) on Saputos web site are subject to specific job skill requirements. The job skill requirements, qualifications, and preferred experience are determined by a Saputo subsidiary, office or department, and all positions are subject to local prevailing employment laws and restrictions. This would include immigration laws pertaining to work authorization requirements and any other applicable government permissions or compliance. The materials on this site are provided without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information contained on this site or in any referenced links. While Saputo attempts to update this site on a timely basis, the information is effective only as of the time and date of posting. Strict confidentiality will be observed at all times. Saputo is an equal opportunity employer. The information on this site is for information purposes only and is not intended to be relied upon with legal consequence.Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Quick Apply

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