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Company Description

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising daily production activities and ensuring manufacturing operations are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality and food safety standards. During facility development, commissioning, and startup, the Production Supervisor will work closely with the Production Manager and cross-functional partners to support production readiness, production scheduling, workforce planning, employee training, and the development and implementation of production SOPs and standardized work. The Production Supervisor coordinates production staff, supports operational goals, monitors production performance, and helps drive continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring adherence to company and HQ standards. The role requires a collaborative and adaptable approach as processes, responsibilities, and operational requirements evolve through startup and stabilization.

Job Description

PRODUCTION OPERATIONS

Supervise daily production activities, including commissioning, startup, and ramp-up activities as applicable, to ensure manufacturing schedules are achieved safely, efficiently, and on time.

Monitor production processes and address operational issues to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.

Ensure approved production procedures, work instructions, and HQ operational standards are followed, and provide production input as these standards are developed and refined during startup.

Coordinate shift activities, staffing requirements, and production readiness priorities to meet production targets and startup objectives.

Escalate significant production issues to the Production Manager and assist with implementing corrective actions.

TEAM SUPERVISION

Provide day-to-day supervision, direction, and support to production employees.

Assign work responsibilities and monitor employee performance throughout the shift.

Train and onboard new employees on production processes, quality requirements, safety procedures, and approved SOPs/work instructions; support employee qualification and cross-training as the operation develops

Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.

Provide coaching and feedback to employees and support performance improvement and employee development initiatives.

Develop Shift Leads and high-potential employees through coaching, training, delegation, and increasing operational responsibility.

QUALITY AND FOOD SAFETY

Ensure all products are manufactured in compliance with established quality standards and food safety requirements.

Perform routine production checks and verify adherence to operating procedures

Work closely with the Quality team to address non-conformances and implement corrective actions.

Support audits, inspections, and food safety programs.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Ensure employees follow all health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Promote a strong safety culture and lead by example in safe work practices.

Conduct routine workplace inspections and report hazards or safety concerns.

Participate in safety meetings, incident investigations, and corrective action activities.

RESOURCE COORDINATION

Coordinate labour, equipment, and materials to support efficient production operations.

Communicate material shortages, equipment issues, and resource concerns to appropriate departments.

Develop and maintain short-term production schedules and changeover plan in alignment with priorities established with the Production Manager, considering staffing, material availability, equipment capacity, sanitation, and maintenance requirements.

Identify scheduling, staffing, material, equipment, or capacity constraints and communicate significant risks to the Production Manager and appropriate cross-functional partners.

REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION

Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, downtime documentation, and operational logs.

Track production performance and communicate daily results to the Production Manager.

Support investigations into production losses, downtime, and quality issues.

Monitor, communicate, and drive performance against established production KPIs, identifying performance gaps and coordinating corrective actions to improve safety, quality, productivity, labour efficiency, yield, waste reduction, and schedule attainment.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Support implementation and ongoing improvement of standardized work practices, SOPs, and operational best practices based on commissioning experience, production results, and employee feedback.

Support initiatives focused on waste reduction, loss elimination, equipment reliability, operational excellence, and improved labour utilization.

Lead daily shift performance reviews and support visual management systems to drive accountability and operational performance.

COLLABORATION

Work closely with Quality, Logistics, Maintenance, Procurement, Warehouse, Engineering, and project/startup resources to support production readiness and smooth operations.

Communicate production priorities, challenges, and operational requirements to stakeholders.

Participate in cross-functional meetings and support implementation of operational initiatives, recognizing that priorities, processes, and responsibilities may evolve as facility requirements are finalized.

Act as a key production representative during startup by encouraging practical input from Shift Leads and production employees and helping translate lessons learned into sustainable operating practices.

Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent manufacturing experience may be considered.

5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience preferred in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or related manufacturing environments.

Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent manufacturing experience may be considered.

Experience supporting commissioning, startup, operational readiness, or ramp-up activities is considered a strong asset.

Previous experience in a lead hand, team lead, or supervisory capacity preferred.

Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes and production operations.

Knowledge of food safety standards, GMPs, and health and safety requirements.

Experience using production management systems, ERP systems, and manufacturing software.

Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, collaboration, and organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively in a changing environment.

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement methodologies, SOP/standard work development, and employee training systems is an asset.

Additional Information

The expected annual base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $95,000. The actual base salary for this position will depend on various factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience and work location. This position is also eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of Red Bull’s bonus plan.

Red Bull Canada is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion.