Production Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Production Supervisor, reporting to the Production Manager, will lead a team of hourly plant production employees. The holder of this position will supervise the rendering production facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba with a focus on health and safety activities, product quality and optimize the use of resources. The successful candidate will also promote staff development.
Position SummaryJOB DESCRIPTIONThe Production Supervisor, reporting to the Production Manager, will lead a team of hourly plant production employees. The holder of this position will supervise the rendering production facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba with a focus on health and safety activities, product quality and optimize the use of resources. The successful candidate will also promote staff development.
SCHEDULE:Winnipeg supervisors operate under 12 HR rotation, 80 hours every two weeks. Day and night shifts are required as this is a 24/7 operations facility.
Position Tasks And Responsibilities
Encourage process improvements in all operational functions
Support the implementation of capital and operational improvements
Organize and lead production team meetings/training as required
Maintain positive relationships with both hourly and managerial staff members
Train to operate production equipment when needed
Must be available for Rotating Shifts
Maintain and build an environment conducive to productive and positive relationships with employees
Support and train hourly production employees and serve as a mentor and coach to ensure the successful development of their own staff.
Assume a leadership role in the health and safety program and help to create the health and safety annual plan for the establishment
Ensure current and future compliance with all standards, including the Ministry of Environment, the Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, the CFIA, HACCP
Monitor and generate reports on production related performance
Lead and complete projects as assigned by the Production Manager
Other duties as assigned
Education And/Or Work Experience Requirements
The preferred candidate will have between 3 and 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing production environment.
Post-secondary degree/diploma in engineering, science or a related technical field an asset
Experience in a supervisory capacity promoting a teamwork approach
Experience in coaching and mentoring to assist in successful staff development
Ability to work independently and take initiative with a positive outlook
Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Proven ability to perform multiple tasks in a dynamic work environment
High level of computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Knowledge of Oracle and Kronos a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to cooperate and build relationships with other functional areas and other facilities within Darling Ingredients
Ability to maintain open and effective communication with employees and all levels of management
Joint health and safety and maintenance experience an asset
Self-motivated person that is able to complete assignments on time with little to no supervision
Ability to maintain confidentiality as necessary
Physical Requirements
Walking, standings and moving for prolonged periods of time.
Lift up to 50 lbs.
Position includes utilization of computer systems in the plant and office.
Typical of a food manufacturing plant environment including high volume of raw material smell, changeable weather and temperature conditions. Climbing metal stairs, ability to stretch and view difficult areas, moving within confined spaces etc.
Noise level from moderate to high
We Offer
Life Insurance, Disability, Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Health and Dental Benefit Plan
Participation in Annual Incentive Plan
Defined Contribution Pension Plan
Educational Assistance Programs and, Scholarship Programs
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