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Food Production Supervisor

I work in a large manufacturing facility with many departments and shifts. It’s a busy environment, and I make sure operations run smoothly while working with different teams and contractors on the production floor.

Food Production Supervisor

Career Overview

  1. 1

    I oversee the production process to make sure food products are high-quality, safe, and made efficiently.

  2. 2

    I make sure employees operate equipment correctly and follow safety rules on the production line.

  3. 3

    I act as a link between workers and management, supporting employees while helping meet leadership’s goals.

Potential Salary Range

$50,000 - $70,000 / Annually

Available Provinces

British Columbia British Columbia
Alberta Alberta
Manitoba Manitoba
New Brunswick New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia Nova Scotia
Ontario Ontario
Prince Edward Island Prince Edward Island
Quebec Quebec
Saskatchewan Saskatchewan

Workplace Details

Indoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Make sure all team members work safely and follow food safety guidelines
  • Plan production schedules and find ways to improve efficiency
  • Check products throughout production to ensure they are safe, high-quality, and meet standards
  • Set up and maintain equipment, and assign staff to each station to keep production running smoothly
  • Record production results, maintenance activities, and any issues that occur
  • Provide feedback and guidance to employees and report on performance
  • Train team members on food safety, hygiene, and efficient production practices
  • Coordinate with suppliers or farmers to ensure ingredients and materials meet quality standards
  • Monitor automated systems and machinery to support smooth and safe production processes

Education & Training

  • A degree in operations management, food science, or food engineering can be helpful, but hands-on experience in a processing plant is very important.
  • On-the-job training teaches the unique equipment and processes at each facility.

Important Skills

DEMO SKILL

DEMO EDIT ME I work with a variety of agricultural machinery and equipment, so strong mechanical skills are essential to keep everything running smoothly.