Production Manager (Food) in Barrie

Job Title: Production Manager (Food)

Reference #: PFPDON040226

Duration of employment: Permanent Full-time

Employer: International Food Manufacturer

Location: Barrie, ON (Public transit not available – please have own vehicle; onsite parking available)

Starting Date: End of March to April

Training: First 3 months at the company’s Vancouver facility

Probation: 3 months

Work Hours

Initial start‑up phase: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm. Transition to two‑line system will use two‑shift rotation: Early Shift 5:30 am – 2:00 pm, Late Shift 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm. Production Manager will most likely be assigned to the early shift.

Each shift includes a 30‑minute meal break and a 20‑minute paid coffee break.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $60,000–$65,000 / yr (DOE)

Benefits: Group insurance from day 1 (extended health, dental, vision care, prescription drugs)

Main Job Duties

• Work directly on the production floor, providing hands‑on support while ensuring safety, ethical, and operational procedures are followed
• Actively monitor daily production activities, identify issues in real time, and step in to resolve them quickly
• Inspect, test, and evaluate manufacturing equipment to ensure safe operation and minimize downtime
• Perform regular quality checks on in‑process and finished products, ensuring all items meet required quality and industry standards before release or shipment
• Lead and motivate team members through direct involvement, maintaining productivity while upholding high production standards
• Assist with production work when staffing levels require support, including filling in for factory workers as needed
• Create and manage daily and weekly work schedules, track attendance, and ensure consistent staffing and punctuality
• Maintain hands‑on oversight of materials, supplies, and equipment, ensuring everything needed for production is available on time
• Coordinate closely with the Shipping Department to prepare finished products for timely shipment
• Serve as the primary point of contact between production staff and management, communicating issues, progress, and improvement opportunities
• Keep accurate records of employee performance, equipment usage, production output, and supplies for management review
• Contribute to production planning and scheduling, adjusting plans as needed to meet deadlines and operational demands
• Take on additional production or supervisory duties as required to support team success

Minimum Requirements

• Legally entitled to work in Canada – no visa support provided by the employer
• High School diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary education (Associate degree) an asset
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in production, warehouse, or manufacturing operations
• Valid forklift license
• Experience with basic machine maintenance and mechanical work
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to guide and relate to team members
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety; must be safety‑conscious
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Time‑management skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Physically fit, able to lift up to 50 lbs, and capable of standing or moving for extended periods
• Able to work weekends (Saturday/Sunday) if required