Production Supervisor Jobs

Prairie Hill Farms Ltd. is a growing food and beverage manufacturing facility established in 2020. It’s a family owned business located in Picture Butte, north of Lethbridge. They grow and process haskap berries and offer co-packing services to other local businesses. In order to support its mission, Prairie Hill Farms is looking for a competent Production Supervisor to help with organisation and running of the daily production operations of the company.

The ideal candidate should have the initiative to work, possess a desire to learn and grow, should be hardworking, friendly, punctual and have an open-minded attitude. The supervisor should have a minimum of two years in a food production facility, with experience leading and managing other workers.

Key Responsibilities

• Check production output according to specifications
• Enforce strict safety and quality guidelines that meet company standards
• Setting daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicating them to employees
• Being the primary contact for immediate production issues
• Maintain production records ensuring accuracy and validity of information
• Monitor level of supplies and handle shortages – inventory control
• Organising workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules
• Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance
• Submit reports on performance and progress
• Overseeing and coaching employees
• Identify issues in efficiency and suggest improvements
• Maintain trusting relationships with suppliers, and colleagues

Qualifications

• Outgoing, positive, and enjoy collaborating with people.
• Knowledge of GMP and HACCP
• Above average computer & math skills
• Supervisor experience
• Must have been employed for at least 2 years in a food facility or equivalent
• Legally able and currently documented to work full time hours in Canada.
• High school diploma
• Well-developed communication skills in English at a fluent or professional level; able to be assertive and respectful

Skills and Competencies

• Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving
• Excellent leadership abilities
• Proficient skills in MS Office
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
• Proven experience in a production facility with supervision roles or equivalent
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Experience using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools

Assets

• Post-Secondary Education: Diploma or Degree in a technical, engineering, or relevant field will be an advantage

We offer

• Positive work environment
• Opportunities for growth
• Flexible schedule

Benefits

• Extended health care
• Store discount
• Vision care
• On-site parking
• Dental care
• Monthly free lunch & occasional food and beverage

Schedule

Monday to Friday