Production Supervisor

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How you will make contributions that matter...

• Works with plant management and other supervisory staff to assign, direct, review and monitor work of supervised staff to maximize productivity in the plant.
• Ensures proper procedures are in place and being followed for production efficiency, quality of product, employee safety, and state and federal guidelines.
• Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup and adjustments to machines.
• Coordinates production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of production run assignments.
• Evaluates needs in production for daily assignment of duties; establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Complete all assigned paperwork, including but not limited to, production/packaging records, Master Cleaning Sanitation Lists, schedules, accident reports and investigations, and any other documents.
• Coordinate and conduct employee training (i.e. job, safety, etc.) and monitor work performance.
• Recommends improvements to production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems.

• Maintains time and production records as required.
• Collaborates with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.
• Provides supervision of assigned employees in scheduling and daily activities, ensuring effective selection, retention, feedback, disciplinary action and performance management.  If a collective bargaining agreement exists, may participate in grievances solutions or other contract related activities and discussions. 
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures. Support employee progressive disciplinary action activities in partnership with Human Resources.
• Promote safety programs and policies in order to reduce the number of safety incidents and near-misses.

• Trains and instructs employees regarding production and equipment standards and processes.  Oversees instruction, implementation and enforcement of policies as they relate to employees.
• Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating and delegating.
• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

You are best suited for the role if you…

• One to three years of supervisory experience in a food packaging environment preferred.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications. 
• Ability to follow all Sanitation and Quality Policies and Procedures, and report and follow through on deficiencies.  
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills. 
• Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail. 
• Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines. 
• Ability to select, lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop, engage and retain a team of employees.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to understand cost containment and budgetary principles.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends in support of plant operations.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Salary Range $71,805- $90,000k

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

Schedule: This position works from 6pm-6:30am on a 2-2-3 schedule.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchev