Production Supervisor

Job Title: Production Supervisor Location: Delta, BC Shift: Monday – Friday; 5:00am - 1:00pm (*please note that the shift schedule is subject to change based on production schedule*) About Us: Welcome to Lactalis Canada! We’re proud to be Canada’s #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada’s favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time. As part of Lactalis Group, the world’s leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey. About the opportunity: The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising the day-to-day production operations at the plant facility including proactively conducting root cause analysis and correcting operating issues and employee activities. The position is responsible for ensuring a safe operation, key targets and results are achieved, effective management of resources, identifying and leading continuous improvement initiatives, and scheduling and related services to help ensure production objectives are met. The attributes we are looking for: Support operation of the production departments/teams to ensure that quantitative and qualitative measures included in the operating plan are met, including those related to health and safety, standard costs, cost reductions, productivity, GMP, sanitation, customer satisfaction, production scheduling, staffing and capital/technological improvement plans by measuring, analyzing and executing corrective actions in these areas. Promote a focus on excellence in all production activities including those required to support optimal quality, yield and cost containment, and minimal re-work or downgrades. Provide leadership to improve health and safety performance by being a role model in safety and demonstrating due diligence through applying the corporate health & safety program elements. These focus on incident prevention through hazard identification, implementing necessary controls, training, education, and audits. Where necessary, take corrective action to address unsafe situations and employee behaviours, uphold Parmalat’s Lactalis’ cardinal and other safety rules and procedures, and communicate with appropriate resources to address any hazardous conditions or unsafe employee conduct. Provide leadership and supervision to staff by providing work direction, performance feedback, and recommendations for training and development. Promote a positive labour-management relationship and ensure compliance with the Company’s corporate and legal obligations under the Collective Agreement (where applicable), as well as various statutes and regulations such as the Employment Standards Act, Workers Compensation Act, and the Occupational Health & Safety Act. Ensure GMP and S.O.Ps are adhered to at all times, and that all products consistently meet specifications. When assigned, ensure timely and thorough sanitation of all equipment and facilities to allow for efficient and on-time production start-up and delivery of products to customers. Participate in the development and implementation of operational and capital budgets, safety compliance, training and production plans by monitoring results against plan and support corrective action plans accordingly. Participate in and management of the SAP sanitation module program. This includes implementation and ongoing monitoring and upkeep of the facility cleaning and sanitation program. Provide supervision and hands on support to the team by participating in sanitation and cleaning activities as required. What you will bring: College diploma or University degree preferably in Food Science or Engineering Minimum two (2) years experience in food production supervision Experienced as a supervisor and/or providing leadership to production teams in dairy or related food or pharmaceutical industry. HACCP exposure preferred. Certified and/or experienced in the supervisory responsibilities under WSIB/WCB, OSHA, and First Aid an asset Team facilitation/leadership skills and ability to develop employees and implement continuous improvement methodologies Strong interpersonal, and verbal and written communications skills Strong analytical, problem solving, planning, and decision-making skills Ability to diagnose and coordinate activities to resolve mechanical manufacturing issues in food manufacturing Proficient with standard office computer technology such as Microsoft Office (Word & Excel), as well as business systems such as SAP Must be available to work designated shift and work alternative shifts for part of the year to cover vacations. What Lactalis will offer: Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks: A Competitive Base Salary A Performance-Based Bonus System 4 Weeks of Vacation Benefits starting day 1 A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6% Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year A Volunteer Day to give back to your community Learning and Development opportunities A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility Our ESG commitment: Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do. At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world. Our commitment to DEI: Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities. We apply an equal access to employment program and invite women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply. Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained. Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer. Compensation: As part of our commitment to fairness, trust, and transparency and our ambition to be an Employer of Choice, the base salary range for this position is $70,100.00 - $87,600.00+ Please note: Along with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, your actual base salary will be fair, competitive, and be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications.

The Production Supervisor oversees daily plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity targets are met through root cause analysis and resource management. They lead staff development, manage sanitation programs via SAP, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and GMP standards.

Candidates need a college diploma or university degree in Food Science or Engineering and at least two years of food production supervision experience. Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Office, and knowledge of HACCP and safety regulations (OSHA/WCB) are highly preferred.

• Performance-Based Bonus System • 4 Weeks of Vacation • Benefits starting day 1 • Pension Program with Employer Match • Tuition reimbursement plan • Volunteer Day • Learning and Development opportunities • Internal career advancement

• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• Microsoft OfficeSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Production Supervision
• Root Cause Analysis
• Continuous Improvement
• Health and Safety Leadership
• GMP
• Sanitation Management
• SAP
• HACCP
• Team Leadership
• Budgeting
• Problem Solving
• Microsoft Office
• Performance Management
• Labor Relations
• Decision Making
• Analytical Skills

• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Security & Safety

Formation minimale

Diplôme collégial

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

4 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte