Production Manager

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?, Overview of the Role, Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position is responsible for the supervision of plant operations and personnel to produce quality products in an efficient, safe and cost-effective manner. , Schedule: Core hours - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. May be required to come in during non-core hours., Salary: $104,265 to $136,850, We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:, Competitive salariesAdvantageous corporate agreementsFull range of group insurance benefitsGroup retirement pension plan with employer contributionPurchase option of company stocksGroup RRSPHealth and wellness program in the workplaceAssistance program for employees and their familiesSaputo products at a discounted price, We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family., How you will make contributions that matter:, Provides leadership, direction and guidance to production personnel and production supervisors.Monitors the scheduling of equipment and personnel to ensure production requirements are met on a timely basis.Ensures that safe conditions always exist within the work environment; will take appropriate action to maintain the health and safety of employees.Develops and fosters strong and effective functional and cross-functional teams that effectively change systems and procedures through the process of continuous improvement.Effectively uses daily production information to track costs, measure trends, and communicate results, positively re-enforce success and initiate corrective action when appropriate.Ensures the Company’s quality and sanitation standards are met through close liaison with Quality Control, full participation in the HACCP and BRC programs, as well as frequent review and implementation of Company and Government Policies.Administers the Collective Agreement and maintains effective internal and external working relationships.Coordinate with other departments in Saputo., You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:, Superior communications and employee relations skills that are aligned with Saputo Core Values.Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment.Minimum of 10 years supervisory/management experience preferably in packaging and food manufacturing industry.Familiarity and experience of mechanical manufacturing concepts.Knowledge and experience of SAP is an asset.Able to make effective presentations to diverse groups.Knowledge and experience of the Dairy Industry is an asset.Knowledge and experience of applicable regulations, health and safety, public safety and security, administration and management, transportation principles and methods, change management principles and methods, personnel and human resources, labor relations, financials, customer and personal service.Proven Continuous Improvement experience, implementation & understanding of its concepts.Lean manufacturing/ Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement experience an asset.Work values:

develop and maintain working environments that are health and safety conscious, lead by example and offer supportive management, and empower employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly environment.Must be available to work at the Edmonton Production Plant Monday to Friday during core hours.

May be required to come in or be on-call during non-work hours for certain situations., Core Competencies:, Emotional Intelligence: recognizing, understanding, and managing emotions in yourself and others, enabling you to navigate complex situations and engage with others more effectively to deliver resultsSelf-awarenessSelf-managementSocial awarenessRelationship management, Leadership: fostering a collaborative, productive, and inclusive environment that drives individual and collective successAccountabilityCommunicationDelegationLeading changePeople management & developmentProblem solving and decision-makingStrategic planning and execution, Functional: having the right technical skills and knowhow to do your job well and drive business results, This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship! In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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