Production Superintendent
West Coast Reduction Ltd.3018 Miners Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7K 4Z8, Canada30+ days ago
Salary
CA$22.00–CA$27.00 hourly
Job descriptionBuild a stable career at a reputable company with more than 450 employees Competitive wages Continuous in-house training opportunities available Comprehensive compensation package offered to full-time employees including employer-paid extended health benefits Life insurance Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year Discretionary annual bonus Opportunities for career advancement Direct supervision of Shift Leads and Lead Hands with respect to department personnel, cost, delivery, scheduling and department operations Supervises the rendering production teams to ensure Standard Operating Procedures are followed, and that product quality and specifications meet customer requirements Assist with the monitoring of boiler, wastewater, air compression, and air pollution performance ensuring systems are in good working order and meet regulatory compliance Coordinate with Fleet & Transportation Department to ensure the efficient processing of raw products and finished goods Work closely with Maintenance Department in the scheduling, repair and installation activities related to rendering equipment Prepare and adhere to operating labour budgets for the Production Department Maintains and develops both a production facility and workforce capable of meeting production requirements in the present and future to accomplish business objectives Develops an operating plan for the Production Department; initiates action to operate within those plans Ensures that project and department milestones, goals are met and adhered to with respect to previously set budgets Prepares and maintains reports (daily production, tonnage balances), reconciliations and recommendations for yield adjustments Delegates authority and responsibility to direct reports and coordinates production, maintenance and transportation activities Solves problems involving workflow, utilization of personnel skills, systems and facility to ensure an efficient and expedient production process Coordinates productive daily, weekly and / or monthly meetings with Shift Leads, Lead Hands and production staff including creation of Tool Box Meeting schedules Schedule training and maintain training records of all employees in production department Ensure the Production Department’s systems and processes are operating within the guidelines of our CFIA operating permit, HACCP program and other regulatory requirements Oversees entire rendering production at the Saskatoon Plant, ensuring product quality control standards are met Administration and record keeping of HACCP, CFIA and other pertinent documents related to applicable Municipal, Provincial, National and International governance Acts in liaison between management and the production workforce to keep Plant Manager informed; maintain highest possible level of employer-employee relationship Supervises and trains supervisory personnel by directing their activities, and through them the activities of the entire Production Department Manage payroll time-keeping records for department employees within the payroll software system Final time-approver for payroll submission and provide authorization of overtime shifts or vacation approvals Recruit, hire and train the necessary personnel to staff of the department to the forecasted level of operation People development and active performance management of department staff in conjunction with other Divisional Management Provide leadership to other plant employees to maintain productivity, while limiting and resolving conflicts Ensure that employees and operations are conducted safely and responsibly within the corporate programs and procedures of safety and best management practices Assist in the implementation of safety procedural changes in addition to providing recommendations on improvements to Health and Safety Coordinator Encourage a safety culture where employees do not put themselves or others at risk Assist Plant Manager with major budget expenditures and submission of requisitions for day-to-day purchasing requirements Provide back-up relief of Plant Manager responsibilities during absences Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and all West Coast Reduction Ltd. Policies Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values Perform other duties as assigned by Manager. Minimum 10 years progressive experience in a 24 / 7 plant operation environment (production, maintenance, quality, safety, environmental compliance and administration) required Minimum of 5 years leadership experience in an industrial processing environment, or similar industry required Possession of a valid 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate required; 2nd Class certificate an asset Educational background in chemistry, sciences or agriculture a significant asset Ability to understand and adapt to constantly changing variables in the production process and make appropriate modifications to procedures or systems Possess extensive knowledge of production processes and operating efficiencies; solid understanding of WCRL finished good products Ability to lead and communicate in a clear and concise manner Excellent communication skills (written and oral), people skills (able to motivate, coach and develop people) The work requires fitness to the extent that the incumbent must be able to access all parts of the plant at any given time, including : heights, ladders, multiple levels of stairs and rooftops. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Maintenance Planning Software, Payroll Software and Enterprise Resource Planning Systems required
Production Superintendent
3018 Miners Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7K 4Z8, Canada Req #419 Monday, September 9, 2024
West Coast Reduction Ltd. – Nothing Left Behind
- Using innovative thinking, progressive processes, and modern facilities, WCRL’s seven plant locations across Western Canada recycle inedible food by-products to create finished products such as protein meals and oils which are then sold to customers worldwide. Learn more at .
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Based at our Saskatoon plant location, we are searching for a Production Superintendent . This role is accountable for the general oversight of the Production and Rendering Department at the Saskatoon Plant. The position will have a close, high level of interaction with all Production Department employees, external governing regulatory bodies, contractors, service providers and key WCRL stakeholders from Corporate Office to achieve the Company’s goals in safety, cleanliness and productive capacity. The Production Superintendent will supervise and coordinate work activities for staff engaged in the rendering operations of the plant.
Why Join Us :
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Operations Management
Legal & Regulatory Compliance
People Management & Human Resources
Safety
Additional Responsibilities
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS