Production Manager - Hamilton, Canada - Maple Leaf Foods

Maple Leaf Foods

Verified Company

Hamilton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

The Opportunity:
Reporting to the Sr. Production Manager, the Production Manager will be responsible for a cross-functional team within Deli Bolo. Initially this role will be responsible for supporting a successful start-up.

Post start-up this role will be accountable for ensuring lines are running effectively and optimally within their area with a trained team in place at all times.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

Accountable for production costs, labour utilization, yields, results of operations and cost improvements in their deli/bolo area.
Develops employees through certification training and coaching, providing clear roles and consistent support and feedback for all employees.
Foster and maintain positive union and employee relations environment by treating all employees with respect, providing timely feedback and grievance resolution.
Holds employees accountable and drives performance through key metrics that are tied back to the vision.
Develops and drives a strong safety culture (H&S and Food Safety).
Continuously seeks ways to improve manufacturing operational results and efficiencies while meeting customer expectations and minimizing waste.
Develops a cohesive, competent Team Leader group and plans for development and succession planning.
Supports Marketing/Sales with respect to new and existing product development initiatives.
Provide oversight and decision making to support the Functional Leader
Understand and work with stateoftheart automation (SAP/MES/SCADA/Equipment HMI).
Optimize and ensure execution of weekly a

- nd monthly production schedules.

Audits processes: People System, FSQA, Reliability predictive practices
Conduct weekly team meetings to review KPIs, FS/QA, People, Reliability and CI.
Applies knowledge and ensures compliance with CFIA, Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Environment, Health & Safety and other legislative bodies that impact plant performance.
Shall demonstrate full commitment to the implementation of the requirements of the Global Standard for Food Safety and to processes which facilitate continual improvement of food safety and quality management.
Meet/exceed Food Safety & Product Quality Metrics and requirements
Meet/exceed Staff Performance requirements
Meet/exceed Safety Scorecard targets
Postsecondary education in Operations Management or related field.
7+ years of management experience in a unionized, manufacturing environment.
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Strong leadership skills, independent thinking, strong organizational and planning abilities and excellent analytical and problem solving skills are essential.
Ability to work as a team with all functional areas to support a common goal.
This individual will regularly share information and work closely with various Leaders and functional areas including; Sr. Production Manage, Production Manager, Employee Services, FS/QA, Reliability and Materials

to ensure their area is running effectively and efficiently.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, 'speaker series' events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We're a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet.

We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let's build a better future, together.

We're passionate about food.

For more than 100 years, we've made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf, Schneiders, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.

We're on a journey to become the most sustainable protei