Production Supervisor

Position Title: Production Supervisor
Department: Production
Location: 450 Desautels Street, Winnipeg, MB, R2H 3E6

About AGI

AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

The Opportunity

The Production Supervisor reports directly to the Operations Manager at AGI-Westeel. The Production Supervisor leads a team of unionized hourly employees in the plant. Through coordinating with various departments, the Production Supervisor ensures that production requirements are met to assist in the smooth flow of order to delivery, all while adhering and contributing to a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices are followed


• Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations, standards, and company policies


• Participate in Operational Health & Safety Committee meetings and safety initiatives


• Conduct safety, quality, and LEAN audits and investigations


• Lead, coach, and support a team of unionized employees to achieve production, quality, and safety objectives


• Provide training, cross-training, and ongoing development opportunities to enhance employee skills, knowledge, and workforce flexibility


• Coordinate and schedule production activities to meet operational requirements


• Issue work orders to crew leaders and ensure accurate completion and closure of work orders


• Monitor daily production performance and provide regular status updates


• Participate in daily production meetings


• Assist Engineering in troubleshooting and resolving production-related issues


• Assist Administration with purchasing activities and material planning


• Work collaboratively with other departments to support efficient operations and the timely delivery of customer orders


• Review and approve employee time and attendance records


• Approve and coordinate employee vacation schedules


• Assist with disciplinary processes as required


• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency


• Provide backup support for other branch positions as required


• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

  Qualifications:

• Experience in Manufacturing, Agriculture, Mechanical, or Industrial industries


• Innovative, ability to identify and implement new processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the team and project


• Developed communication skills, written/oral


• Strong interpersonal skills


• Self-motivated


• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment


• Developed decision making skills


• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards etc.


• Proficient in working with computers and various software applications

  Why AGI?

We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how:
We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.

Our Culture

Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.

Our Benefits

Our competitive salaries, benefits packages, and employee share purchase plan help you take care of your family. Professional development activities keep you learning and involved, offering many opportunities to grow and advance your career.

With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.