Industry - Central Kitchen - Meat Plant - Supervisor Production

Sobeys
Sobeys

People & HR, Operations

British Columbia, Canada

Posted on Aug 27, 2026
Ready to Make an impact? The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production shift operations in partnership with the Buyer/Planner to ensure output targets, quality, and food safety standards are met. They lead, coach, and develop a diverse team while managing scheduling, workflow, and production priorities. This role also drives continuous improvement, efficiency, and compliance across all production activities. Your recipe for a great career starts here: https://vimeo.com/1182690732?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Here’s where you’ll be focusing: Work closely with the Buyer/Planner, manage the daily operations of Production Shift.Train, coach, and evaluate production staff to maintain high performance and engagementSupervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet output targets and deadlinesEnsure compliance with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, sanitation protocols)Monitor product quality and ensure adherence to specificationsMaintain accurate production records, reports, and documentationManage staffing schedules and address attendance or performance issuesTroubleshoot production problems and coordinate timely resolutionsCommunicate with team members and provide direction, assistance, and guidance regarding all department operations.Maintain superior customer service levels with both internal and external customers.Production planning and inventory managementCoach and lead teammates to achieve performance, qualify and service goals.Cultivate positive and innovative work environment,Identify and analyze areas for cost reduction or margin improvement.Ensure compliance company policies, procedures, and practices.Strive for continuous improvement.Administrative duties related to production, shipping and qualify performance. What you have to offer: 1-2 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.1-2 years’ experience in direct supervision in a manufacturing environment.Strong interpersonal, communication and team building skills.Able to direct a diverse workforce.Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.Through understanding of production planning, scheduling, and purchasing and cost analysis.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Access.Good analytical and problem-solving skills.Critical thinking, analytical and detailed oriented preferred.Understanding of manufacturing regulations regarding safety, quality, HACCP, BRC and GMP’s.Ability to analyze cost performance data to improve operations and reduce costs.Able to work evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays. #INDCKBC