Nestlé Hiring for Production Team Leader (12 Month Contract) at Toronto, ON Full Time

Nestlé is the world’s largest food and beverage company. We have over 2000 brands ranging from global icons to local favourites, and are present in 190 countries worldwide. In Canada, excelling means sharing our passion for our purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. It also means living up to our exemplary values which are rooted in respect for ourselves, others, diversity and the future. We will support your personal growth with a people-focused culture and a flexible and diverse working environment. Join our team to support our purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future.

Position Snapshot

Business areas: Nestlé Canada

Job title: Production Team Leader (Process/Maintenance Engineering)

Location: Sterling Rd, Toronto, ON

Job Grade: 15

Position Summary

We are looking for a Production Team Leader to deliver the shift / line objectives by empowering and engaging people to develop their capability and ways of working through NCE implementation. The objective of this role is to ensure line (shift) production plan is fully achieved on time and in compliance with internal and external requirements meeting safety, quality, cost, delivery and environmental needs (striving towards Manufacturing Excellence).

A day in the life of a Production Team Leader

• Manage Production effectively to deliver sustainable results through operational reviews (SHO, SOR, DOR) and adherence to Standard Routines (SDCA)
• Use of Basic Problem-Solving tools and knowledge sharing (OPLs) to drive continuous improvements.
• Ensure constant dialogue with relevant stakeholders (Production associates, Production Manager, Maintenance, Unions, functional representatives on the line)
• Lead the Safety Culture and conditions for a Safe Working Environment. Check and enforce personnel hygiene & safety procedures (e.g PPE, shoe change & hand wash, LOTO, etc.)
• Ensure that finished products are consistently manufactured according to standards of quality and relevant manufacturing instructions (compliance) using Digital platform

What will make you successful

• Preferably at least 2 years of experience in a factory role in the CPG industry
• Process/Maintenance engineering experience is preferred
• Strong Analytical and Problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates high level of learning agility with strong ability to cross-collaborate.
• Strong Communication skills and the ability to positively confront and effectively deal with non-compliance; Experience in leading, engaging, and motivating direct reports
• As the factory is a multi-shift operation, flexibility is required as you may be scheduled to work on other shifts, including on weekends and statutory holidays.

We have a friendly, supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment. There are real opportunities for future development and progression – this really could be a move towards the exciting opportunity to drive strategy and build a career with the leader in Food & Beverage.

What you need to know

What can we offer in return? Great benefits you’d expect from a business the size of Nestle including a comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one as well as a Company matched retirement savings plan, Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company.

The closing date for applications January 28, 2022. We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application

Nestlé is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.