Original job description
Job Title: Line Leader
Salary Range: CAD$29:63 – 37:03 per hour
Working Type: On-Site
PURPOSE OF ROLE
The Line Leader is responsible for coordinating and leading daily production
line operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing
performance. The role drives achievement of production schedules, food safety,
quality, people, and cost objectives while fostering a culture of
accountability, continuous improvement, teamwork, and operational excellence.
The Line Leader provides day-to-day leadership, coaching, and support to
production team members to ensure operational targets are consistently met.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Production Operations & Performance
Execute daily production plans to meet output, customer service, quality, and
cost objectives.
Monitor line performance and ensure production schedules are achieved within
established timeframes.
Manage labour, materials, equipment, and resources to maximize productivity and
minimize waste.
Monitor and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) including
productivity, yield, downtime, labour efficiency, quality, and safety.
Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to maintain
operational flow.
Escalate significant operational issues, equipment failures, quality concerns,
or staffing challenges to the Production Supervisor/Manager.
Complete production documentation, records, and reporting accurately and on
time.
Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions,
and company policies.
People Leadership & Team Development
Provide daily leadership, coaching, guidance, and support to production team
members.
Conduct pre-shift meetings, line huddles, and shift handovers to communicate
priorities and expectations.
Support onboarding and training of new employees.
Monitor employee performance, attendance, and productivity.
Provide constructive feedback and coaching to improve individual and team
performance.
Identify high-potential employees and support employee development plans.
Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture.
Foster collaboration across Production, Quality, Maintenance, Warehousing, and
Operations functions.
Food Safety & Quality
Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, food safety, quality, sanitation, and
regulatory requirements.
Verify products are manufactured according to specification and customer
requirements.
Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and Quality Control Points (QCPs).
Ensure traceability and product integrity requirements are always maintained.
Investigate quality concerns and support corrective and preventive actions.
Support internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.
Maintain accurate production and quality records.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Promote and reinforce a strong safety-first culture.
Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety requirements, company
safety procedures, and safe work practices.
Conduct pre-operational inspections and safety checks.
Identify hazards, near misses, unsafe conditions, and safety improvement
opportunities.
Participate in incident investigations and corrective action activities.
Ensure proper use of PPE and safe equipment operation.
Work closely with Health & Safety representatives and management to improve
workplace safety performance.
Support compliance with WHMIS requirements and food manufacturing safety
standards.
Continuous Improvement
Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Support Lean Manufacturing, waste reduction, efficiency improvement, and
cost-saving activities.
Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving exercises.
Monitor line performance trends and recommend improvements.
Support implementation of process improvements that enhance safety, quality,
service, and productivity.
KEY EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Essential
2-5 years of manufacturing, food processing, packaging, or production
experience.
Knowledge of HACCP systems and food safety programs.
Knowledge of traceability and recall procedures.
Previous experience leading or coordinating frontline production teams.
Strong understanding of food safety, GMP, HACCP, sanitation, and quality
systems.
Experience working in KPI-driven manufacturing environments.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making ability.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable
Experience with ERP, MES, or production management systems.
Knowledge of CFIA regulations.
Post-secondary education in Operations, Manufacturing, Food Science, or related
discipline.
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experience.
Hilton Foods Canada is committed to building a culture of diversity and
inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees.
At Hilton Foods Canada, we welcome and encourage applications from people with
disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking
part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation
during the recruitment process, please advise the HR representative. All
requests for an accommodation and the accommodation measures will be handled in
a confidential manner at all times.
