Production Manager presso Wonderbrands

Shift: Days (this position requires flexibility with the shift schedule. This may include various shifts including weekends to meet operational needs)

Location: 2095 Meadowvale Blvd. Mississauga, ON. 

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. 

• Manage Production Supervisors’ shift schedules and arranges relief in the event of absences and arrange adjustments in production to minimize down time 
• Organize production activities and coordinate work of all assigned plant personnel in a timely, safe, and cost-effective manner to ensure internal and external customer needs are met 
• Track key indicators of the production team’s performance including safety, efficiency, waste, downtime, labor costs, and industrial accidents and ensure expectations are met or exceeded 
• Ensure GMP compliance and safety standards are communicated through training and communication initiatives 
• Take appropriate actions to investigate safety concerns to maintain a safe and secure work environment for all employees 
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure machinery and equipment is well maintained and running safely according to specifications 
• Ensure the plant meets all government, customer and third party audit requirements and take corrective actions according to the audit results as appropriate 
• Build a strong team by communicating performance expectations; monitoring and appraising performance; providing support, coaching, training, and disciplining and enforcing corporate policies and procedures  to Production Supervisors and team members as needed 
• Develop and communicate internal procedures for sanitation and work with Production Supervisors to ensure successful implementation 
• Continuously improve operations to maximize profit and minimize cost 
• Lead EHS and Sanitation programs

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing supervisor experience, preferably in a unionized environment
• Knowledge and familiarity with automated manufacturing process/packaging technology is an asset 
• Knowledge of GMP and industry standards is an asset 
• Excellent organizational, problem solving, and communication skills to prioritize workload and delegate responsibilities as needed 
• A decisive leader with strong interpersonal skills and is adept at leading and motivating 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 
• Must be able to work flexible shifts 

What is the recipe for a great career at Wonderbrands

Wonderbrands, is a leading Canadian bakery with 140 years of experience in baking packaged breads.  We are the makers of Wonder Bread, Country Harvest, D’Italiano, Gadoua, and Casa Mendosa. We have a network of 14 Bakery Manufacturing facilities across Canada.

Wonderbrands, now part of the FGF Brands Group of companies, is unlocking an incredible opportunity for growth through a focus on production innovation capabilities, through a leading-edge supply chain practice and investing deeply in communities where we bake. We are heavily focused on embracing an entrepreneurial drive and a highly collaborative start up culture with an emphasis on cross-functional collaboration.

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.