Production Supervisor - Night Shift

Abbotsford, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 1, 2026
1 position

$68,000–$78,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 3+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Production Supervisor leads daily floor operations to meet production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements. They are responsible for coaching team members, managing labor, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Job details

Lead the floor. Shape how teams perform. At Vitalus, we turn milk into ingredients that support food systems around the world. As a Production Supervisor, you’ll lead a team at the heart of our operation—guiding daily production, solving problems in real time, and creating a steady, supportive environment where people and processes perform at their best. This is a hands-on leadership role where your ability to stay composed, make sound decisions, and support your team directly impacts safety, quality, and output. You won’t just run the shift—you’ll build capability, strengthen accountability, and keep production moving forward with purpose. Is this you? * You bring hands-on leadership + a sharp eye for detail — and you know how to keep teams aligned and energized. * Your leadership style is steady and supportive—you give clear direction, build trust, and help people succeed on the floor. * You stay solution-focused under pressure, using data and judgment to keep operations on track. * You’re motivated by building strong teams and improving how work gets done every day. What You’ll Do Lead the Floor * Guide daily production activities to meet targets, quality standards, and schedules. * Allocate labour effectively and adjust in real time to keep operations running smoothly. * Coordinate closely with planning, maintenance, and quality to manage flow and reduce downtime Build Team Performance * Lead, coach, and support front-line employees with clear expectations and daily direction. * Run pre-shift huddles and safety talks that keep teams informed, engaged, and aligned. * Support onboarding, cross-training, and ongoing development of your team. Protect Quality & Safety * Ensure compliance with food safety standards, GMP, and regulatory requirements. * Lead by example in hygiene, documentation, and procedural discipline. * Support investigations and implement corrective actions when issues arise. Drive Improvement * Identify inefficiencies and lead practical improvements on the floor. * Contribute to problem-solving, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts. * Help implement new processes and ensure smooth adoption by your team. What You’ll Bring * 3+ years in food manufacturing, with supervisory or lead experience. * Strong understanding of production processes—dairy experience is an asset. * Working knowledge of food safety and quality systems (HACCP, GMP) * A calm, accountable leadership style with the ability to coach and develop others. * Sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. * Comfort working with ERP systems and production data (Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or similar). Ready to lead where it counts? If you’re driven to build strong teams, run steady operations, and make a real impact on the floor, we’d welcome your application. Why Join Vitalus? We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes: * Competitive Salary * Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, LTD & Life Insurance Benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Paid Time Off * Learning opportunities * Bonus Program * RRSP/DPSP Program * Service Recognition * Social & Wellness Events

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in food manufacturing with a background in supervision or team leadership. Proficiency in food safety systems like HACCP and GMP, along with experience using ERP software, is required.