Production Supervisor

Karma Candy Inc. has been Canada's manufacturer of branded confectionary for over 48 years. We are the largest private label and contract manufacturer of seasonal confectionary products in Canada and are expanding to global markets. Based in Hamilton, Ontario, Karma Candy Inc. is managed by a highly skilled team with deep experience and expertise in the confectionary industry. Join us today

Production Supervisor

Reports to: Production Manager

Shifts: Rotating; Days, Nights & Afternoons

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provide leadership, direction and guidance to production personnel

. Good organizational skills

· Must Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Site Allergen Program and HACCP Principles

· Supervision, evaluation, motivation and training of personnel to ensure work is completed efficiently, effectively and safely

· Ensure that safe conditions exist at all times within the work environment; will take appropriate action to protect the health and safety of employees

· Ensure the efficient and effective use of manpower, equipment and material resources

· Schedule equipment and personnel to ensure production requirements are met on a timely basis

· Develop and foster strong and effective functional and cross-functional teams that effectively change systems and procedures through the process of continuous improvement

· Effectively use daily production information to track costs, measure trends, and communicate results, positively re-enforce success and initiate corrective action when appropriate

· Ensure the Company's food safety, quality and sanitation standards are met through close liaison with Quality Services, full participation in the HACCP program, as well as frequent review and implementation of Company and Government Policies

· Administer environmental policies and ensure regulations are followed

· Communicate with the Maintenance Department to maximize machine efficiencies and monitor equipment performance

· Administer the Collective Agreement and maintain effective internal and external working relationships

· Emergency Response Incident Commander

· Responsible for facility on off shifts

· Ensure production is done as per laid down customer's specification

· Analyzing shift performance and communicating to employees

· Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

· With diploma and good oral and written English skills

· College diploma considered an asset

· Entry level

· Working knowledge of computers (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, etc.)

· Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills

· Must be self-motivated, results oriented, possesses high degree of initiative, work well under pressure

· Must be available to work shift work, holidays, and weekends, being on call.

Our AODA Commitment

Karma Candy Inc. is committed to accessibility in employment and ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Work Location: In person