Production Team Leader (Assistant Supervisor) - PM Shift

AB, Canada
Edmonton, AB, Canada

LOCATION: Edmonton, Alberta WAGES: $27.50 per hour · Full-time

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Pay: LOCATION: Edmonton, Alberta WAGES: $27.50 per hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 31, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 1, 2026

Original job description

POSITION: Team Leader / Assistant Supervisor SHIFT: Monday to Friday, 4:00pm - 12:30am

LOCATION: Edmonton, Alberta WAGES: $27.50 per hour

An exciting opportunity has opened up for two (2) energetic, results oriented individual within one of Maple Leaf Foods fastest growing markets. Maple Leaf Foods, Edmonton Poultry is a well-established progressive company.

We have two (2) vacancies in the Production Department from 4:00pm – 12:30am.

Job Summary

Oversee the department, the people and systems, actively participate and be involved in a high performance cross-functional team environment.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

Responsible for maintaining quality of product, scheduling and assigning employees, establishing priorities, revising schedules and resolving problems
Overseeing of production employees, achievement of production objectives, verification and implementation of manufacturing procedures
Takes initiative and exercises timely and good judgment in day to day business decisions
Maintains a safe working environment by educating and directing employees on the use of equipment and resources while maintaining compliance with the OHSA, JHSC recommendations or MOL work orders, Company safety rules, GMP’s and HACCP including documentation
Supports in food safety issues relating to processing, act as a role model in following food safety protocols
Reduction and elimination of workplace accidents
Develops, directs, manages, trains, and motivates employees by communicating job expectations, appraising job results, coaching, counseling and disciplining employees in a timely manner
Maintains a positive employee relations’ environment by communicating effectively with peers, employees and managers
Administration of the Collective Agreement and other company policies and procedures
Recognize, support and commit to the Food Safety promise and facility Mission statement. Ensure our product production is wholesome and to offer suggestions to improve food safety on the production floor

Preferred Hiring Criteria

The successful candidate will be results-oriented, thrive in a fast paced, demanding environment, and have the ability to develop positive working relationships with all employees. Candidates must have:

Proven initiative and leadership skills
Continuous learner and willingness to embrace change
Experience and commitment to Good Manufacturing Practices
Knowledge of HACCP and Provincial Health and Safety Regulations
Embraces the Maple Leaf Leadership Values
Superior communication skills in a multi-cultural environment and the ability to deal with a variety of front line employee relations issues
A good listener with excellent written communication skills
Self-directed, mature and professional approach to project work
Must possess strong interpersonal, leadership, presentation and analytical skills
Results oriented
Well established organizational skills to manage multiple tasks

Working Conditions

Must be physically fit and able to multitask, quickly adjusting from one task to another
Presence will be required on the production floor for long periods of time
Independent and collaborative work environment Maple Leaf Foods offers the successful candidate a competitive compensation, benefit and pension package. We offer an employee development plan including; regular performance feedback, and specific developmental activities to ensure continued learning and development.

The incumbent is comfortable motivating and inspiring others, who has a confident and professional attitude, especially when faced with difficult situations and/or people. This individual is someone who thrives in a challenging, productive environment built on respectful collaboration and will strive to complete tasks promptly and adhere to deadlines.

Please note only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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Responsibilities

Oversee production employees, schedules, product quality, and manufacturing procedures while ensuring production objectives are met. Promote workplace safety and food safety, administer company policies and the collective agreement, and develop employees through training, coaching, and effective communication.

Requirements

Candidates should demonstrate initiative, leadership, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced production environment. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP, and provincial health and safety regulations is expected, along with a professional, adaptable approach to employee relations and continuous learning.

Skills

Leadership
Production Scheduling
Employee Supervision
Good Manufacturing Practices
HACCP
Food Safety
Occupational Health and Safety
Employee Training and Coaching
Employee Relations
Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Analytical Skills
Organization
Problem Solving
Time Management

Benefits

Benefits Package
Pension Package
Employee Development Plan
Regular Performance Feedback
Developmental Activities

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Keywords

Production
Manufacturing
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Production Scheduling
Product Quality
Production Objectives
Manufacturing Procedures
Good Manufacturing Practices
HACCP
Food Safety
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Joint Health and Safety Committee
Ministry of Labour Work Orders
Workplace Safety
Employee Supervision
Employee Training
Coaching
Employee Relations
Collective Agreement
Performance Feedback
Leadership
Continuous Improvement
Cross-Functional Teamwork

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