We are excited to announce the opening of our new factory in Balzac, AB. Having officially started production, we are now seeking additional dedicated individuals to join us as we grow into this exciting new chapter for Okanagan Frozen Dough. Since 1994, we have been the trusted supplier of high-quality frozen-dough products to bakers and grocers in Western Canada. Over the years, we have expanded our offerings to include over 100 premium ingredient-based products, earning the reputation of being a reliable partner for our customers. As we continue to grow and respond to increasing demand, we are committed to expanding our production capacity while still catering to small-batch needs, supporting our customers' product development strategies.
Our dedication to excellence has led us to implement innovative systems to enhance efficiency across all production aspects, and achieve SQF certification for our facility, validating our rigorous food safety standards. Today, Okanagan Frozen Dough is recognized as one of the most respected suppliers of frozen dough products in Western Canada, serving major grocery retailers and independent bakeries and grocers throughout the region.
As we transition and position ourselves to scale, we are looking for a full-time, career-oriented production supervisor. The production supervisor’s role is a key position in our Balzac production facility. This position is responsible for ensuring each production line runs smoothly and safely on a day-day basis. This role actively supports our food safety, quality assurance and maintenance departments. The ideal candidate will have experience as a supervisor in an industrial food manufacturing setting. We also welcome qualified candidates from different backgrounds as well.
Benefits:
- Starting salary is $22 per hour with opportunity for growth based on tenure and performance
- Annual performance bonus
- Quarterly profit-sharing
- Extended medical and dental benefits
- Life insurance
- RRSP match program
- Comprehensive training program provided in-house
- Free, delicious bread and buns to take home everyday
Responsibilities:
Leadership
- Responsible for ensuring everyone on the production team understands their duties and performs at a high level
- Trains new and existing production line workers as they develop within OKFD
- Organizes and prioritizes tasks for the team
- Effectively communicates with the different departments in the production facility
Operations:
- Ensures procedures are being properly implemented and followed with the support of the production manager
- Flags and, if possible, resolve production issues that may arise with a focus on minimizing downtime
- Supervises the production line in real time to ensure product quality meets OKFD’s high standards
Safety and Food Safety
- Ensures compliance with health & safety regulations including, but not limited to, the assigned production area
- Works within and enforces the guidelines of all applicable aspects of OKFD’s food safety program (SQF, HACCP, GMP) and ensures compliance of production staff
- Active member of the emergency response team
- Supports the Food Safety Supervisor with the implementation of OKFD’s food safety program
Maintenance
- Works closely with Maintenance team to minimize disruption to the line in the case of breakdown and repair
- Notifies maintenance if equipment issues arise
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
- 2+ years of supervisory experience within an industrial manufacturing setting, ideally within food manufacturing
- Knowledge of production lines and machinery (production performance indicators, technological processes)
- Track record of improving and monitoring production KPIs
- Strong communications skills in a multi-cultural environment
- Demonstrated ability directing production employees in a proactive and positive manner
- Demonstrated problem solving and leadership skills
- Ability to work shifts, including weekend shifts, with flexibility to adjust
- Preferred: Knowledge of Food Safety procedures
- Preferred: Forklift certification
- Preferred: First aid certification
Join us on this exciting journey at Okanagan Frozen Dough, where we combine our rich history with a commitment to excellence in the quality and reliability of our frozen dough products.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Balzac, AB T0M 1B2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Why are you a good fit for this position?
Language:
Work Location: In person
