Production Team Leader

Position Team Leader – Shift: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm Location: Edmonton, Alberta Wages: Negotiable Job Summary Oversee the department, the people and systems, actively participate and be involved in a high performance cross‐functional team environment. Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining quality of product, scheduling and assigning employees, establishing priorities, revising schedules and resolving problems Overseeing of production employees, achievement of production objectives, verification and implementation of manufacturing procedures Takes initiative and exercises timely and good judgment in day to day business decisions Maintains a safe working environment by educating and directing employees on the use of equipment and resources while maintaining compliance with the OHSA, JHSC recommendations or MOL work orders, Company safety rules, GMP’s and HACCP including documentation Supports in food safety issues relating to processing, act as a role model in following food safety protocols Reduction and elimination of workplace accidents Develops, directs, manages, trains, and motivates employees by communicating job expectations, appraising job results, coaching, counseling and disciplining employees in a timely manner Maintains a positive employee relations’ environment by communicating effectively with peers, employees and managers Administration of the Collective Agreement and other company policies and procedures Recognize, support and commit to the Food Safety promise and facility Mission statement. Ensure our product production is wholesome and to offer suggestions to improve food safety on the production floor Preferred Hiring Criteria Proven initiative and leadership skills Continuous learner and willingness to embrace change Experience and commitment to Good Manufacturing Practices Knowledge of HACCP and Provincial Health and Safety Regulations Embraces the Maple Leaf Leadership Values Superior communication skills in a multi‑cultural environment and the ability to deal with a variety of front line employee relations issues A good listener with excellent written communication skills Self-directed, mature and professional approach to project work Must possess strong interpersonal, leadership, presentation and analytical skills Results oriented Well established organizational skills to manage multiple tasks Working Conditions Must be physically fit and able to multitask, quickly adjusting from one task to another Presence will be required on the production floor for long periods of time Independent and collaborative work environment Maple Leaf Foods offers the successful candidate a competitive compensation, benefit and pension package. We offer an employee development plan including regular performance feedback, and specific developmental activities to ensure continued learning and development. Incumbent is comfortable motivating and inspiring others, who has a confident and professional attitude, especially when faced with difficult situations and/or people. This individual is someone who thrives in a challenging, productive environment built on respectful collaboration and will strive to complete tasks promptly and adhere to deadlines. Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview. Closing Date End of day, July 3, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr