Job Title: Production Manager (Food) Reference #: PFPDON 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr