Operations Supervisor
- Lethbridge, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum 2 years previous Supervisory experience in a Food Manufacturing environment
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and has more than 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.
Richardson Oilseed is one of Canada’s oldest and largest fully-integrated oilseed processing and packaging operations with three facilities across Canada. In addition to producing bulk canola oil and meal, our food products division produces a wide variety of canola-based margarines, oils and shortenings for the industrial, retail and food service markets. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and communities.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for an Operations Supervisor at our Oakville, ON location. The Operations Supervisor will be responsible for the daily operations to meet stated goals and objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all operational procedures are implemented effectively & completed safely in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and in accordance with Company Policy
- Identify, correct and report all non-conformances
- Effective leadership of team including development, training, performance monitoring & coaching
- Liaise with other departments i.e. Maintenance, Logistics, and Quality Assurance etc
- Ensure Health & Safety guidelines are adhered to
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- A degree or diploma in Operations Management, Engineering or Business Administration
- Minimum 2 years previous Supervisory experience in a Food Manufacturing environment
- Experience implementing policy & procedures
- Knowledge of Health & Safety legislative requirement
- Excellent computer, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
- Able to motivate individuals & teams and provide one-on-one coaching & conflict resolution
- Ability to work shift rotation
Richardson International provides a comprehensive compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan, and training and career development opportunities.
Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by November 13, 2026.
Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.
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Responsibilities
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations to ensure goals are met while maintaining safety and compliance with company policies. They will lead, train, and coach team members while liaising with departments such as Maintenance, Logistics, and Quality Assurance.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in Operations Management, Engineering, or Business Administration. A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment is required.
Skills
- Operations management
- Leadership
- Team development
- Performance monitoring
- Coaching
- Conflict resolution
- Health and safety compliance
- Standard operating procedures
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Computer skills
- Food manufacturing
- Policy implementation
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Pension
- Flexible benefits plan
- Training opportunities
- Career development opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Management & Leadership
- Food & Beverage
- Agriculture
- Logistics
Keywords
- Operations Management
- Food Manufacturing
- Supervisory
- Health and Safety
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Logistics
- Quality Assurance
- Engineering
- Business Administration
- Performance Monitoring
- Coaching
- Conflict Resolution
- Shift Rotation
- Agriculture
- Oilseed Processing