Shift Leader

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Summary

Reporting to the Operations Leader and Site Leader, as the Shift Leader you will provide hands-on leadership on a production shift within the plant to ensure that production schedules are met safely and on time, while continually reducing costs and increasing overall efficiencies; all within a fast paced (Just in Time) food manufacturing environment.

What FGF Offers:

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training.  Unleashing Your Potential 
• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
• RRSP matching program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads by example & fosters an environment of mutual respect & team work among Team Members
• Responsible for leading all production Line Leaders, Team Leaders & all crews on a shift
• Leads, coaches, mentors and trains Line Leaders and Team Leaders
• Ensures production schedules are met 
• Follow-ups and deals with any problems that may occur
• Co-ordinates the various department schedules, products & manpower to ensure that the production runs smoothly
• Checks to ensure that proper methods & procedures are being used and that quality, safety, environment standards are met
• Provides assistance in scheduling, resolving production and manpower problems
• Provides orientation and training as required to ensure an effective and efficient work force
• Ensures a safe working environment is maintained at all times by enforcing Company Standards and regular inspections
• Assists in all testing of new equipment, methods and or products, as well as trouble shoots processes and equipment
• Utilizes OMS system & SCADA System (when available) to meet production targets & follow Quality Control procedures Completes daily reports on KPI’s
• Acts as a backup to Operations Leader when necessary
• Additional responsibilities may be added to better satisfy the needs of the business

Required Experience:

• Minimum 3-4 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment Must be a demonstrated leader who interacts with others and is adept at leading/motivating a team to meet schedule demands
• Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities
• Ability to manage difficult people
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed
• Working knowledge of GMP's, HACCP & O.H.S.A required
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Post-secondary education an asset

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?

Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

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In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills.  Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.

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