Production Superintendent

West Coast Reduction Ltd. – Nothing Left Behind*. Using innovative thinking, progressive processes, and modern facilities, WCRL’s seven plant locations across Western Canada recycle inedible food by-products to create finished products such as protein meals and oils which are then sold to customers worldwide. Learn more at www.wcrl.com.
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Based at our Saskatoon plant location, we are searching for a Production Superintendent. This role is accountable for the general oversight of the Production and Rendering Department at the Saskatoon Plant. The position will have a close, high level of interaction with all Production Department employees, external governing regulatory bodies, contractors, service providers and key WCRL stakeholders from Corporate Office to achieve the Company’s goals in safety, cleanliness and productive capacity. The Production Superintendent will supervise and coordinate work activities for staff engaged in the rendering operations of the plant.

Why Join Us:
Build a stable career at a reputable company with more than 450 employees
Competitive wages
Continuous in-house training opportunities available
Comprehensive compensation package offered to full-time employees including employer-paid extended health benefits
Life insurance
Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year
Discretionary annual bonus
Opportunities for career advancement
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Operations Management
Direct supervision of Shift Leads and Lead Hands with respect to department personnel, cost, delivery, scheduling and department operations
Supervises the rendering production teams to ensure Standard Operating Procedures are followed, and that product quality and specifications meet customer requirements
Assist with the monitoring of boiler, wastewater, air compression, and air pollution performance ensuring systems are in good working order and meet regulatory compliance
Coordinate with Fleet & Transportation Department to ensure the efficient processing of raw products and finished goods
Work closely with Maintenance Department in the scheduling, repair and installation activities related to rendering equipment
Prepare and adhere to operating labour budgets for the Production Department
Maintains and develops both a production facility and workforce capable of meeting production requirements in the present and future to accomplish business objectives
Develops an operating plan for the Production Department; initiates action to operate within those plans
Ensures that project and department milestones, goals are met and adhered to with respect to previously set budgets
Prepares and maintains reports (daily production, tonnage balances), reconciliations and recommendations for yield adjustments
Delegates authority and responsibility to direct reports and coordinates production, maintenance and transportation activities
Solves problems involving workflow, utilization of personnel skills, systems and facility to ensure an efficient and expedient production process
Coordinates productive daily, weekly and/or monthly meetings with Shift Leads, Lead Hands and production staff including creation of Tool Box Meeting schedules
Schedule training and maintain training records of all employees in production department
Legal & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure the Production Department’s systems and processes are operating within the guidelines of our CFIA operating permit, HACCP program and other regulatory requirements
Oversees entire rendering production at the Saskatoon Plant, ensuring product quality control standards are met
Administration and record keeping of HACCP, CFIA and other pertinent documents related to applicable Municipal, Provincial, National and International governance
People Management & Human Resources
Acts in liaison between management and the production workforce to keep Plant Manager informed; maintain highest possible level of employer-employee relationship
Supervises and trains supervisory personnel by directing their activities, and through them the activities of the entire Production Department
Manage payroll time-keeping records for department employees within the payroll software system
Final time-approver for payroll submission and provide authorization of overtime shifts or vacation approvals
Recruit, hire and train the necessary personnel to staff of the department to the forecasted level of operation
People development and active performance management of department staff in conjunction with other Divisional Management
Provide leadership to other plant employees to maintain productivity, while limiting and resolving conflicts
Safety
Ensure that employees and operations are conducted safely and responsibly within the corporate programs and procedures of safety and best management practices
Assist in the implementation of safety procedural changes in addition to providing recommendations on improvements to Health and Safety Coordinator
Encourage a safety culture where employees do not put themselves or others at risk
Additional Responsibilities
Assist Plant Manager with major budget expenditures and submission of requisitions for day-to-day purchasing requirements
Provide back-up relief of Plant Manager responsibilities during absences
Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and all West Coast Reduction Ltd. Policies
Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values
Perform other duties as assigned by Manager.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 10 years progressive experience in a 24/7 plant operation environment (production, maintenance, quality, safety, environmental compliance and administration) required
Minimum of 5 years leadership experience in an industrial processing environment, or similar industry required
Possession of a valid 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate required; 2nd Class certificate an asset
Educational background in chemistry, sciences or agriculture a significant asset
Ability to understand and adapt to constantly changing variables in the production process and make appropriate modifications to procedures or systems
Possess extensive knowledge of production processes and operating efficiencies; solid understanding of WCRL finished good products
Ability to lead and communicate in a clear and concise manner
Excellent communication skills (written and oral), people skills (able to motivate, coach and develop people)
The work requires fitness to the extent that the incumbent must be able to access all parts of the plant at any given time, including: heights, ladders, multiple levels of stairs and rooftops. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Maintenance Planning Software, Payroll Software and Enterprise Resource Planning Systems required
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We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.