Packaging jobs in Canada

Manager, Packaging page is loaded## Manager, Packagingremote type: On-Sitelocations: Tavistock, ONtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR59156**Position:**Manager, Packaging**Immediate Supervisor:**Plant Manager**Department:**Packaging**Status:**Permanent – Full Time**Location:**Tavistock**Schedule:**Days with support to off-shift**Overview of the Role**Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Packaging Manager is responsible for leading our Packaging team in order to produce and package quality dairy products in an efficient, safe and cost effective manner. The Packaging Manager is responsible for promoting positive employee relationships and foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter.**How you will make contributions that matter:*** Provides leadership, direction, guidance and support to Packaging supervisors and personnel. Develops positive, motivating and efficient communication with all employees.* Maximizes the profitability of the packaging with efficient use of raw materials, productive use of available labour and control of overhead costs.* Translate packaging requirements into daily work schedule and direct staff in various departments in the execution of the work in accordance with GMP and SOP requirements* Ensures the manufacturing and packaging of quality product while maintaining a safe and motivated workforce.* Manages line efficiencies, key performance indicators and production downtime.* Liaise with internal and external departments such as Maintenance, Quality, Finance, Engineering, etc., on various packaging related initiatives.* Effectively uses daily production information to track costs, measure trends, and communicate results, positively reinforce success, and initiate corrective action when appropriate.* Establish, direct, coordinate and monitor the department’s financial and budget activities to support efficient operations and increase efficiency of packaging activities.* Ensures the Company’s quality and sanitation standards are met through close liaison with Quality, full participation in the HACCP and BRC programs, as well as frequent review and implementation of Company and Government Policies.* Troubleshoots and leads problem-solving efforts through the facilitation of effective functional and cross-functional teams and on-the-floor leadership to effectively change systems and procedures through the process of continuous improvement.* Ensures that safe conditions exist at all times within the work environment and take appropriate actions to protect the health and safety of the employees.* Supports and maintains Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.’s quality standards.* Responsible for promoting positive employee relations including recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, investigations and other employee relations.* Other duties as required**You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:*** Post secondary education, preferably in Engineering, Food Sciences, Dairy Technology, Operations or Management related field is a requirement.* Minimum five (5) years management experience in food manufacturing industry is preferred.* Superior leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.* Strong analytical and organizational skills, excellent at planning and analyzing data in spreadsheets, charts.* Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office), including advance programming in excel, word, PowerPoint, SAP.* Knowledge of LEAN tools and methodologies an asset* Very strong H&S and quality culture with focus on continuous improvement.**We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:*** Competitive salaries* Advantageous corporate agreements* Full range of group insurance benefits* Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution* Purchase option of company stocks* Group RRSP* Health and wellness program in the workplace* Assistance program for employees and their families* Saputo products at a discounted priceCandidates who meet or exceed minimum requirements will be consideredSaputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship!In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only. All open jobs offered by Saputo Inc. and all companies, corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships and other entities controlled by Saputo Inc. 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The information on this site is for information purposes only and is not intended to be relied upon with legal consequence.Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.