Production Manager
$116,850–$129,150 year
On-siteChilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
Job Summary
Lead production operations in a state-of-the-art premix ingredients facility, overseeing daily manufacturing processes, batch processing, and commissioning phases while ensuring full compliance with FSSC 22000, HACCP, and GMP standards. Manage a team of seven employees, including supervisors and shift leaders, by handling hiring, training, performance evaluations, and fostering a collaborative environment. Develop and execute optimized production schedules using SAP ERP systems to meet customer orders, monitor OEE, and drive continuous improvement through lean methodologies. Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations to maintain a safe work environment aligned with WorkSafe BC regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations and maintain accurate production records and KPI reporting.
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in a production management role within the food industry
- 5-8 years progressive experience in manufacturing/production management
- 2-3 years in supervisory roles
- Proven experience in managing a team of 10+ production staff
- Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes and regulatory requirements
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Proficient in using production management software and tools (SAP, PLC, etc)
- Ability to analyze data and generate reports for daily management systems
- Knowledge of Canadian food safety standards, health and safety regulations, and labor laws
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Business Administration, Food Science, Chemistry, or related technical field
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies, such as Lean or Six Sigma, is an asset
- Experience in food manufacturing, chemical production, or premix/ingredient manufacturing would be an asset
- Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Manufacturing certification, or CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) would be an asset
- Knowledge of food industry standards (GMP, HACCP) and best practices (RCA) is an asset
- Knowledge of Canadian building code, fire code, and environmental standards
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