Job Title: Production Supervisor
Department: Operations
Reports To: Production Manager
Company Overview:
A leading producer and packer of fresh specialty mushrooms in North America, our company is dedicated to upholding integrity, adaptability, and quality. We provide a wide variety of specialty mushrooms, emphasizing safety and efficiency in production to deliver the freshest and highest quality products.
Job Summary:
The Production Supervisor is responsible for planning and managing day-to-day resource allocation for designated shifts to achieve performance targets efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively. This role involves maintaining high standards of product quality, safety, housekeeping, and hygiene, as well as coaching and developing team members to meet business requirements.
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Supervise employees to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.
- Achieve budgeted targets for raw material yield, labor, and packaging materials usage.
- Collaborate with team members in other departments to ensure timely shipment of products.
- Ensure accurate reporting of shift production data.
- Maintain high GMP/housekeeping standards within the department.
- Develop and recommend improvements to facilities, equipment, or procedures.
- Ensure compliance with company QA standards, SOPs, HACCP, and GMPs.
- Foster positive working relationships and engagement among team members.
- Coach, mentor, and develop team members; manage employment decisions and conflict resolution.
- Collaborate with Maintenance Department to resolve production line downtime.
- Conduct safety, quality, and housekeeping walkthroughs throughout the shift.
- Implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
- Monitor and review team members' time and attendance for accuracy.
Key Accountabilities:
Safety:
- Adhere to all plant safety rules and participate in safety programs.
- Report near misses and accidents to management or HR representative.
Quality:
- Adhere to Quality Assurance System guidelines and SOPs.
- Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, and SQF programs.
- Maintain accurate processing area documentation.
Maintenance:
- Assist Maintenance Technicians during maintenance activities.
- Report equipment issues promptly to avoid breakdowns.
Housekeeping:
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Uphold high GMP/housekeeping standards within the department.
Communications:
- Ensure effective communication and teamwork among team members and departments.
- Possess strong interpersonal communication skills, including conflict resolution.
Teamwork and Training:
- Contribute to the development of a strong team culture.
- Coach and train employees; promote personal development.
Personal Development:
- Continuously improve knowledge of packing room processes.
- Adhere to the training schedule.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Manage production shift employees and priorities.
- Provide direction, evaluation, and coaching to assigned shift.
- Resolve employee issues and manage performance.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience in agriculture and/or food processing.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Bi-lingual in English and Chinese preferred but not required.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
- Excellent verbal, written, and multitasking skills.
Additional Considerations:
- Location: Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario.
- Shift: Day shift position, Monday-Saturday.
- Work Environment: Majority of work performed in a production environment.
Note:
This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change with or without notice. Lakeside Farm Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.