Key Accountabilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of unionized workers to optimize safety, product quality and productivity in Converting Operations
• Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with OHS standards; that workers are protected from any hazards and such hazards are identified and controlled; and workers use the prescribed safety equipment
• Maintain and enforce quality standards including food safety (GMP) and good housekeeping protocols; support operations in customer and third party audits
• Develop plans to ensure annual KPI objectives are achieved for safety, product quality, efficiencies and cost, providing direction and support to continuous improvement initiatives
• Coach and performance manage workers with emphasis on frequent communication, feedback and promoting a high level of teamwork and engagement
• Plan the effective and efficient scheduling of labour, equipment and material resources for Converting Operations
• Provide expertise and direction in the determination of equipment, parts and materials needed and coordinating preventative maintenance needs
• Foster strong relationships and communication with internal and externals departments and stakeholders
• Coach and enforce specific safety rules and behaviours ensuring timely and accurate reporting of accidents / incidents and proactive prevention measures
• Provide daily feedback to workers on performance and conduct performance reviews with direct reports
• Facilitate crew meetings to ensure current safety, quality and production related issues are considered and resolved
• Administration and application of the collective agreement and Company policies/procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education related to manufacturing engineering or business, or equivalent work experience mandatory
• 3 to 5 years Supervisory or operations leadership experience within a unionized manufacturing environment, (preferably corrugated industry), with experience in a fast-paced medium to a large size organization is preferred
• Strong leadership skills to lead a team of up to 40 unionized workers
• Experience working in a unionized environment, knowledge of Collective Agreement and effective performance management of workers
• Must work rotating shifts as per operational requirements
• Advanced working knowledge with MS Office Suite applications and systems is a must
• Strong communication, interpersonal and critical thinking skills are essential
• Ability to organize and prioritize essential tasks to achieve results
• Ability to collaborate well with all stakeholders and work well in a team environment

Atlantic Packaging is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where all colleagues and customers feel valued and supported. We are committed to developing our team to reflect the diversity of our communities in which we live and work and seek applicants with a wide range of abilities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.