How you will make contributions that matter...

• Works with plant management and other supervisory staff to maximize product quality and productivity.

• Ensures proper procedures are in place and being followed for product quality, employee safety, and state and federal guidelines.

• Support Quality Assurance systems in order to satisfy internal and customer requirements to include process evaluation and product protection programs; process specifications and standards; sanitation programs, HACCP and GMP programs; production labeling; and product storage and distribution.

• Coordinates schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of job assignments.

• Recommends improvements to production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.

• Analyzes and resolves work, quality and food safety problems, or assists workers in solving problems.

• Maintains quality and food safety records.

• Collaborates with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.

• Provides supervision of assigned employees in scheduling and daily activities, ensuring effective selection, retention, feedback, disciplinary action and performance management.  If a collective bargaining agreement exists, may participate grievances or other contract related activities and discussions. 

• Trains and instructs employees regarding quality and food safety standards and processes.  Oversees instruction, implementation and enforcement of policies as they relate to employees.

• Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating and delegating.

• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

You are best suited for the role if you…

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-based area (ex: Microbiology, Food Science, Dairy Science) of study preferred, or a minimum of 2 years high level plant-based laboratory experience.

• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.

• Ability to follow all Sanitation and Quality Policies and Procedures, and report and follow through on any deficiencies.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications. 

• Excellent verbal/written communication skills. 

• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail. 

• Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines. 

• Ability to select, lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop, engage and retain a team of employees.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to understand cost containment and budgetary principles.

• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment

• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family

• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products