Lead a team that keeps quality flowing.
At Vitalus, we’re proud to craft dairy products that nourish families and communities. As our next Production Supervisor – Dryer, you’ll guide a dedicated team through the daily rhythm of dairy processing — ensuring every shift runs smoothly, safely, and with purpose. This is your chance to lead with care, drive operational excellence, and help shape a culture where people and quality come first.
Shifts run Monday to Friday, with flexibility to cover night shifts when needed.
Is this you?
- You bring hands-on leadership + a sharp eye for detail — and you know how to keep teams aligned and energized.
- You thrive in fast-paced environments + stay calm under pressure — because consistency and safety matter.
- You’re ready to grow + make a lasting impact — in a role where your decisions shape the day-to-day and the future.
What You’ll Do
Drive Daily Success
- Guide daily production activities to meet targets and uphold safety, quality, and compliance standards.
- Allocate labor and resources to keep operations efficient and responsive.
Support the Team
- Supervise and coach operators with clear expectations, regular feedback, and skill-building opportunities.
- Foster a culture of accountability, recognition, and continuous improvement.
Protect the Product
- Ensure strict adherence to CFIA, HACCP, SQF, and internal food safety protocols.
- Support with investigations and corrective actions with urgency and precision.
Champion Safety
- Enforce health and safety procedures, conduct inspections, and lead incident reviews with care and clarity.
Drive Better Ways
- Spot inefficiencies and lead improvements — from reducing downtime to implementing new tech and processes.
What You’ll Bring
- Post-secondary education in Food Science, Operations, or a related field.
- 3+ years in food manufacturing, including 1–2 years in a supervisory role (dairy preferred).
- Strong grasp of dairy processes like pasteurization and batching.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, SAP) and Excel.
- A mindset for problem-solving, accountability, and clear communication.
- Bonus: Experience with SPC tools or Lean/Kaizen initiatives.
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
Ready to lead with purpose and make your mark? We’d love to hear from you.
