Assistant Production Supervisor - Hamilton, Canada - Karma Candy Inc

Karma Candy Inc

Verified Company

Hamilton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Karma Candy Inc. has been Canada's manufacturer of branded confectionery for over 50 years.

We are the largest private label and contract manufacturer of seasonal confectionery products in Canada and are expanding to global markets.

Based in Hamilton, Ontario, Karma Candy Inc. is managed by a highly skilled team with deep experience and expertise in the confectionery industry.

Reports to:
Production Manager

Shifts:
Rotating; Days, Nights & Afternoons

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide leadership, direction and guidance to production personnel.
Must Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Site Allergen Program and HACCP Principles
Supervision, evaluation, motivation and training of personnel to ensure work is completed efficiently, effectively and safely
Ensure that safe conditions exist at all times within the work environment; will take appropriate action to protect the health and safety of employees
Ensure the efficient and effective use of manpower, equipment and material resources
Schedule equipment and personnel to ensure production requirements are met on a timely basis
Develop and foster strong and effective functional and crossfunctional teams that effectively change systems and procedures through the process of continuous improvement
Effectively use daily production information to track costs, measure trends, and communicate results, positively reenforce success and initiate corrective action when appropriate
Ensure the Company's food safety, quality and sanitation standards are met through close liaison with Quality Services, full participation in the HACCP program, as well as frequent review and implementation of Company and Government Policies
Administer environmental policies and ensure regulations are followed
Communicate with the Maintenance Department to maximize machine efficiencies and monitor equipment performance
Administer the Collective Agreement and maintain effective internal and external working relationships
Emergency Response Incident Commander
Responsible for facility on off shifts
Ensure production is done as per laid down customer's specification
Analyzing shift performance and communicating to employees
Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Grade 12 Education with good oral and written English skills
College diploma considered an asset
13 years' experience in manufacturing in a Supervisor capacity _*In a food manufacturing is considered an asset*_
Working knowledge of computers (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, etc.)
Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with proven ability to work in an ESL work environment
Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Must be selfmotivated, results oriented, possesses high degree of initiative, work well under pressure
Must be available to work shift work, holidays, and weekends, being on call.