Employment type: other Job Posting Ready For a Tasty New Challenge? Position: Production Shift Leader Location: 514 Carlingview Drive. Etobicoke Ontario, M9W 5R3 Shift : Nights What Wonderbrands Offers: Wonderbrands believes in Home Grown Talent and accelerated career growth Competitive Compensation, Health, and Dental Benefits Pension plan with matching contribution Bonuses Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc. RESPONSIBILITIES: Understands and fulfills the duties of a leader of the following programs within the production area: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), All food safety programs, All health & safety programs, All Wonderbrands policies, programs or procedures. Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and teamwork among Team Members. Assists with trouble shooting on all production related equipment (must have basic understanding of all equipment) Responsible for leading all production Line Leaders and Team Members on a shift. Responsible to prioritize activities of the supporting teams when required (maintenance, sanitation, shipping, quality and engineering). Ensures production schedules are met. Follow-ups and deals with any problems that may occur. Co-ordinates the various department schedules, products and manpower to ensure that the production in the plant runs smoothly. Checks to ensure that proper methods and 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 ERP system and production support systems to meet production targets and follows Quality Control procedures at all times. Completes daily reports on KPI’s as required. Works with Sanitation, Quality, Shipping and Maintenance teams to coordinate required activities. Ensures Product Quality and Food Safety procedures are being followed. Follows up with Line Leaders to ensure output targets are being met. Responsible for the management and updating of Skills Matrix for their respective shift. Ensures an updated Job / Break rotation schedule is created and available to the leadership team. Provides support to the leadership team in dealing with performance / behavioral concerns with Team Members on the shift. Provides performance feedback Process for Team Members on the shift. Updates and provides important production related information to Line Leaders Responsible for scheduling correct amount of Team Members Creates Weekly Schedule Spreadsheet for shift when required. Clears exceptions in Time & Attendance when required. Ensures all Team Members are assigned to correct line. Tracks and communicates to Leadership any Late or Absences of Team members. Monitor all shipping activity to ensure fill rates are met. Works with Shipping Team Members to address any concerns Manages transportation requirements to ensure timely delivery of finished goods. Answers calls on radio (cellphones, if applicable) from various departments. Ensure that Production Orders are closed immediately after completion. Monitors inventory activity (finished goods or materials). Supports Line Leaders in updating Shift Reports when required. Troubleshoots any ERP inaccuracies. QUALIFICATIONS 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 strong mathematical capabilities. Ability to manage conflict resolution, team engagement, collaboration). Flexible to support other shifts when business needs require additional Leadership. Working knowledge of GMP's, HACCP & O.H.S.A will be required. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Wonderbrands is committed to fostering a work environment with strong core values that support diversity through various policies, programs and activities that encourage sensitivity and accommodations. Wonderbrands offers employment regardless of race, colour, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Diversity is integral to our success as an organization and we will use diversity as a model to help identify and develop the best talent, create effective teams, and achieve overall excellence. In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us. 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. #INDOPBR