Operations Supervisor, Food Manufacturing

KIT Recruitment is partnering with a well-established and growing food manufacturing organization to hire an Operations Supervisor one hour west of Brampton, ON., no traffic. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on leader who thrives in fast‑paced, evolving environments and is looking to make a meaningful impact within a growing operation. We are seeking a collaborative professional with a builder mentality—someone who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and contributing to the long‑term success of a growing business. The successful candidate will lead a team of approximately 70 employees while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement initiatives, employee engagement, food safety, and production performance within a dynamic meat processing environment. Operations Supervisor, Food Manufacturing – Details

Competitive salary: $70,000–$85,000 depending on experience Schedule: Monday–Friday Location: Arthur, ON Must be eligible to work in Canada Operations Supervisor, Food Manufacturing – Responsibilities

Lead and oversee daily production operations within a high‑volume pork processing environment, including receiving, slaughtering, processing, cutting, deboning, and packaging activities Supervise and support approximately 70 production employees while fostering a positive, collaborative, and high‑performance culture Drive employee engagement, training, coaching, development, and succession planning initiatives Partner cross‑functionally with Operations, FSQA, Maintenance, HR, Planning, Materials Management, and Finance teams to support production targets and continuous improvement initiatives Monitor operational performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, optimize productivity, and reduce operating costs Support and implement Lean Manufacturing initiatives utilizing OEE, DDS, 5S, QFD, TPM, and related continuous improvement methodologies Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, SOP, OMAFRA, CFIA, and food safety regulations while maintaining high product quality standards Lead corrective actions, root cause analysis, and problem‑solving initiatives to minimize downtime and improve operational performance Maintain a strong presence on the production floor to support process verification, staffing adjustments, efficiency improvements, documentation reviews, and real‑time decision‑making Review staffing levels, production schedules, and material inventory requirements to support daily operational demands Monitor and review operational, FSQA, HACCP, and production documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy Collaborate with Human Resources regarding employee relations, performance management, workplace safety, and employee development initiatives Communicate production results, performance metrics, and action plans to employees and leadership teams Support cost‑saving initiatives and operational improvements across the facility Step into leadership responsibilities during absences of key operational personnel, including supporting Production or Operations Management functions when required Roll up your sleeves and work alongside the team when needed to ensure production goals and deadlines are achieved Support a culture focused on safety, accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational excellence Operations Supervisor, Food Manufacturing – Qualifications

Proven leadership experience within a meat processing or food manufacturing environment required 3–5 years of leadership experience within food manufacturing, food processing, or a related production environment preferred Experience working within large‑scale, high‑speed manufacturing operations with hands‑on leadership responsibilities Strong understanding of HACCP, GMP, OMAFRA, CFIA, and food safety regulations Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiencies Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and process improvement abilities Demonstrated ability to lead teams through growth, change, and evolving operational priorities Excellent communication, leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills Strong sense of urgency with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and delegate effectively Strong organizational, analytical, and operational planning skills Experience with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, OEE, DDS, 5S, QFD, or related methodologies considered an asset Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Management, or a related field considered an asset Proficiency with computer applications, reporting systems, and operational metrics Operations Supervisor, Food Manufacturing – Working Environment

Manufacturing environment with exposure to hot and cold conditions, slippery surfaces, stairs, ladders, and food allergens Position requires extended periods of standing and walking throughout the facility Comfortable working in a hands‑on production environment and supporting the operation directly when required

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