Production Manager – Markham

Belvika Trade & Packaging Ltd. DBA BelPak is a leading one-stop contract packaging company, specializing in precision packing of dry foods, chocolate and confectionary products from multiple facilities totaling more than 500,000 ft2. BelPak has grown to be one of the largest co-packers of chocolate, confectionary and snack products in Canada. BelPak uses its extensive experience in managing both manual processes and automated equipment to handle primary and secondary packaging of products for some of the world’s best known confectionary brands.

BelPak is currently seeking a Production Manager for its McPherson facility, located in Markham. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong mix of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, an ability to work with various computer programs (Microsoft Office, ERP) and a desire to take on new challenges in a fast paced and exciting customer-focused environment.

The successful candidate will:

• Manage, supervise and lead a multi-shift production facility;
• Train & mentor staff to ensure policies, procedures and quality requirements are met;
• Ensure production targets are being achieved while maintaining efficient use of staff resources;
• Ensure all daily, weekly and monthly reports are being completed and KPIs are being reviewed in accordance to company policies;
• Develop and implement a continuous improvement program for production to support the company’s goals around improved costs and efficiencies;
• Ensure that all reporting employees are completing their assigned duties while adhering to company policies and procedures;
• Enhance and develop policies, procedures and systems to meet the goals of the facility;
• Work with Director of Operations or designate to ensure the operation is within its operating budget;
• Interact with clients as necessary to develop and maintain a professional, positive and cooperative relationship;
• Handle and discuss production issues/problems with Director of Operations or designate;
• Responsible for recruitment, hiring, disciplining (while using HR dept. support), terminations and performance evaluation of staff;
• Train/instruct newly hired staff (Supervisors, Line Leaders and Packaging Equipment Operators) and monitor their progress by signing off on their company issued Training program;
• Responsible for ensuring staff is accurately recording and completing all documentation related to production;
• Manage day to day production employee vacation and absence tracking with company staffing coordinator;
• Ensure compliance of all Health & Safety Rules and Regulations, along with proper investigation and reporting of all property violations;
• Lead the Health and Safety Team in monthly meetings, and ensure that all findings are followed up and completed as required;
• Ensure the staff maintain a clean and organized facility in accordance with Company standards;
• Ensure all staff are adhering to all Quality Standards, GMP and company policies and procedures;
• Ensure to maintain the overall facility site log books as required by the Company’s SOPs for various areas such as equipment, general maintenance, H&S, employee training, etc.;
• Follow all Company health and safety policies and procedures and work in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act;
• All other duties as assigned.

Education/Work experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent;
• 3-5+ years of experience in a manufacturing facility in a leadership role, preferably in a CPG, food, beverage, or FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) environment;
• Previous management experience;
• Knowledge of distribution, inventory, and supply chain practices.

Key technical & behavioural competencies:

• Previous experience with SAP or other ERP software systems considered an asset;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel;
• Strong analytical and mathematical abilities;
• Customer focused with strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, short lead-times and adjust priorities in a professional manner;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Detail oriented;
• Ability to work in a team environment.