At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We\xe2\x80\x99re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we\xe2\x80\x99ve 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\xe2\x80\x93from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.

Reporting to the Production Manager, this role forms a key part of our leadership team. The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading our production employees and overseeing the day-to-day operations to ensure objectives are met for quality, safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the processing and packaging of our products. The successful candidate will possess a high degree of initiative, is self-motivated and works well under pressure.

How you will make contributions that matter...

• Ensure the safe, efficient and effective use of manpower, equipment and material resources
• Provide leadership, direction, guidance, supervision, evaluation, motivation and training of production employees
• Schedule equipment and employees to meet production requirements and deadlines
• Maximize product quality and yields
• Take appropriate actions to ensure the health and safety of all workers under direct supervision, inform employees of safety hazards, consult with the joint committee and safety representative;
• Review and maintain the appropriate inventory and stock levels
• Effectively use data on a daily basis to measure and communicate trends; reinforce positive results and initiate corrective actions as appropriate
• Prepare written communication including work procedures, notices, progress reports
• Ensures that both Company and Governmental quality, sanitation and environmental standards are met working closely with Quality Assurance and Technical Services, ensure frequent review and successful implementation of Company and Governmental Policies
• Work closely with Maintenance to minimize downtime, ensure product safety and quality
• Administer the collective agreement, Company policies and standards
• Maintain effective internal and external business relationships and other duties as required

You are best suited for the role if you\xe2\x80\xa6

• Demonstrated leadership skills, preferably in a unionized environment
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills
• 3 years\xe2\x80\x99 progressive experience in a dairy or food manufacturing environment
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office), analytical and organization skills
• Knowledge of Dairy operations with particular emphasis on processing, cheese making, sanitation, CIP, preferred
• Post-secondary education in Food Sciences, Dairy Technology, Microbiology, Operations, Engineering, Management or related field would be an asset

Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo family\'s 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 Montr\xc3\xa9al. 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, we\'re 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.

Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day!

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