Food Production Supervisor

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Without food, we cannot survive, and that is why issues that affect the food industry are so important.

Marcus Samuelsson
Food Production Supervisor

In A Nutshell

I oversee the production process to make sure food products are high-quality, safe, and made efficiently.

I make sure employees operate equipment correctly and follow safety rules on the production line.

I act as a link between workers and management, supporting employees while helping meet leadership’s goals.

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Potential Salary Range

$50,000 - 70,000 Annually

Which provinces would this job be in?

Alberta AB
Alberta
British Columbia BC
British Columbia
Manitoba MB
Manitoba
New Brunswick NB
New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador NL
Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia NS
Nova Scotia
Ontario ON
Ontario
Prince Edward Island PEI
Prince Edward Island
Quebec QC
Quebec
Saskwatchewan SK
Saskwatchewan

I work in a large manufacturing facility with many departments and shifts. It’s a busy environment, and I make sure operations run smoothly while working with different teams and contractors on the production floor.

Workplace

Indoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Make sure all team members work safely and follow food safety guidelines
  • Plan production schedules and find ways to improve efficiency
  • Check products throughout production to ensure they are safe, high-quality, and meet standards
  • Set up and maintain equipment, and assign staff to each station to keep production running smoothly
  • Record production results, maintenance activities, and any issues that occur
  • Provide feedback and guidance to employees and report on performance
  • Train team members on food safety, hygiene, and efficient production practices
  • Coordinate with suppliers or farmers to ensure ingredients and materials meet quality standards
  • Monitor automated systems and machinery to support smooth and safe production processes

Education & Training

  • A degree in operations management, food science, or food engineering can be helpful, but hands-on experience in a processing plant is very important.
  • On-the-job training teaches the unique equipment and processes at each facility.
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Job Outlook

    Food production supervisors are in strong demand. Skilled supervisors who can manage teams, ensure food safety, and oversee sometimes automated production processes are needed to support farms and food businesses.

Related School Subjects

Ed. Prof. et Tech.
Career Education
Health Education

What words come to mind when thinking about this career?

Food Production Management Processing Factory

Important Skills

Leadership

I train and support my team so they understand how to do their jobs safely and accurately, helping maintain the quality of food products.

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Problem Solving

If equipment breaks or issues come up, I find solutions quickly to keep production moving and avoid delays or waste.

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Detail-Oriented

I pay attention to the small details during production to make sure food quality and safety standards are met at every step.

Verbal Communication

I clearly share information between teams and management so everyone knows what needs to be done and how to do it safely.

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The Best Things About This Job Are…

Working With A Team
Working in a Large Business
Opportunities for Advancement & Promotion
Regular Hours