Production Supervisor-1

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People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.

At Agropur, accountability means owning challenges and taking concrete action to achieve results.

‘An environment that empowers you to take action:’

• Recognition of years of service for vacation calculation;
• Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine services;
• Employee assistance program;
• Opportunities to invest in yourself (career development, etc.);
• Pension plan with company contributions;
• Salary range 004: 73 000$ à 91 200$ (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)
• Rotational shift

‘What you’ll be responsible for each day:’

The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing production teams, overseeing manufacturing processes, and ensuring the smooth execution of operations, from the receipt of raw materials to the distribution of finished products.

Reporting to the Production Manager, the supervisor plays a key role in achieving production targets in terms of quality, volume, cost, and delivery timelines, while fostering a strong culture of health and safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

As a change agent, the Production Supervisor contributes to the transformation of operations by promoting efficiency, accountability, and employee engagement.

• Lead end-to-end production operations, from raw material reception through to shipment, ensuring timelines and customer requirements are met
• Deliver the production plan by achieving volume, quality, and cost targets
• Plan and optimize resource utilization, including labor, raw materials, and production inputs
• Supervise, engage, and develop teams, including hiring, training, performance management, discipline, and employee development
• Maintain effective and positive labor relations, in compliance with collective agreements and company policies
• Ensure the highest standards in health & safety, quality, and food safety, including oversight of sanitation activities
• Monitor operational performance (KPIs) and lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and reduce losses
• Actively contribute to organizational objectives, by applying policies, participating in committees, and supporting strategic initiatives

‘The individual who will own this role’

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in the food or dairy industry, an asset
• Experience in a unionized environment, an asset
• College diploma or bachelor’s degree in operations management, engineering, food processing, or a related field required
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered

An environment that values engagement and encourages everyone to take initiative.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. 

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.