Production supervisor

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor will oversee a team of approximately 20 unionized employees. The Supervisor is responsible for meeting production schedules and implementing all necessary actions to achieve product quality, efficiency, and cost objectives in a safe working environment.

The role follows a 12-hour schedule (weekdays or weekends, not rotating). In close collaboration with departments such as Quality Control, Sanitation, Warehouse, Maintenance, R&D, and Human Resources, the Supervisor will manage various aspects of production operations.

Main Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all activities during the shift.

• Ensure compliance with production schedules and deadlines.

• Monitor production line performance and reduce losses (weights, processes, waste).

• Apply and enforce standards: SQF, GMP, work instructions, documentation, sanitation, and health & safety.

• Collaborate with the Production Technician to optimize workforce utilization.

• Follow up on equipment status with the Maintenance department and report urgent issues.

• Identify and manage training needs in collaboration with the Training Coordinator.

• Manage absenteeism, discipline, and collective agreement compliance.

• Conduct accident investigations and complete related reports.

• Maintain a healthy and collaborative work environment through effective communication.

• Participate in continuous improvement projects and ensure proper shift handovers.

• Handle administrative duties for the team, including payroll.

Profile Sought

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a supervisor in the food industry.

• College (DEC) in food processing or a related field.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.

• Good understanding of food industry sanitation and safety standards.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Leadership, autonomy, sound judgment, and initiative.

• Excellent communication skills in a multicultural environment.

• Bilingual (English/French).

• Flexibility regarding work schedule.

Why Join Nellson?

• 3 weeks of vacation, 6 personal days, and 12 statutory holidays.

• Annual salary increases.

• Career advancement opportunities.

• Comprehensive group insurance plan and retirement plan (RRSP) with employer contributions.

• Free parking.

• Newly renovated cafeteria with snack bar.