Operations Supervisor

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities. Richardson Oilseed is one of Canada’s oldest and largest fully-integrated oilseed processing and packaging operations with three facilities across Canada. In addition to producing bulk canola oil and meal, our food products division produces a wide variety of canola-based margarines, oils, and shortenings for the industrial, retail and foodservice markets. Working with Richardson opens to door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for an Operations Supervisor at our Lethbridge, AB location. Responsibilities: Supervise daily operations within the Oilseed Processing area, including the direct oversight of unionized employees. Achieve the department's goals and objectives, ensuring compliance with all Environmental, Health & Safety, and Company regulations. Implement operational procedures effectively to ensure the daily production schedule is executed safely, with minimal non-conformance and business interruptions. Provide effective leadership to department teams and contribute positively to continuous improvement initiatives. Administer the time and attendance payroll system in compliance with Company Policy and the Collective Agreement. Participate in team meetings, workshops, and the development of departmental goals and objectives. Be part of the “on-call” rotation for after-hours support. Qualifications: Post-secondary education or a minimum of 4–5 years of previous supervisory experience in manufacturing, preferably in oilseed/food processing within a unionized environment Experience implementing policy & procedures Knowledge of Health & Safety legislative requirement Excellent written, verbal, documentation, and computer skills Capable of conducting conflict resolution and disciplinary meetings Proficient in coaching and mentoring team members Strong time management skills Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities. Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by August 21, 2026. Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

The Operations Supervisor will oversee daily production activities and unionized staff within the Oilseed Processing area. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations, managing operational procedures, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Candidates must have post-secondary education or 4-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment. Proficiency in health and safety legislation, conflict resolution, and team leadership is required.

• Pension • Flexible benefits plan • Training opportunities • Career development opportunities

• Time managementPreferred

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• Supervision
• Manufacturing
• Oilseed processing
• Food processing
• Unionized environment management
• Policy implementation
• Health and safety compliance
• Conflict resolution
• Disciplinary procedures
• Coaching
• Mentoring
• Time management
• Documentation
• Computer skills
• Operational procedures
• Payroll administration
• Packaging Operations Management
• Payroll Systems
• Agriculture
• Computer Literacy
• Conflict Resolution
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Food Services
• Oil and Gas
• Leadership
• Mentorship
• Operations
• Production Schedule
• Time Management
• Environment Health And Safety

• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Food & Beverage
• Agriculture
• Operations Supervisor
• Operations Supervisor (General)
• Manufacturing Managers
• General and Operations Managers

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 22, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week