Job description

Company

Saginaw Enterprises Ltd., founded in 1993, is a proud Canadian, family-owned artisanal bakery based in Surrey, British Columbia. For over 30 years, we have built our reputation on excellence, innovation, and tradition in baked goods. Operating from a modern, hygienic production facility, we ensure every product is made with the highest standards of health, safety, and quality in mind. We are more than just a bakery — we are a team. At Saginaw, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where employees are encouraged to grow, collaborate, and take pride in their work. Respect, teamwork, and integrity guide our daily operations, ensuring that both our employees and our customers feel valued. Our baked goods are freshly prepared each day and proudly supplied to a wide range of customers — from major retail giants to local neighbourhood stores. This broad reach reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering consistent freshness, uncompromising quality, and true Canadian craftsmanship to communities across the region.

Position Overview – Production Supervisor

We are hiring a Production Supervisor to lead our production team. The Supervisor’s core role is to ensure smooth daily operations, consistent product quality, and strict adherence to health and safety standards. This position is about guiding and empowering the production team, fostering teamwork, and maintaining efficiency across the department. Ultimately, the Production Supervisor ensures that the efforts of the production team and department deliver products that reflect our commitment to freshness, consistency, and excellence.

Employer Information

Business Legal Name: Saginaw Enterprises Ltd.

Business Address: 2520 190 St, Surrey, BC V3Z 3W6

Position Description

Position: Production Supervisor          

Type of employment: Full-Time; Permanent

No of positions: 1

Anticipated Start date: As soon as possible

Work Location: 2520 190 St, Surrey, BC V3Z 3W6

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $28.50/hr

Overtime and Vacation Pay              

Stable & full-time employment

Extended health benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Work-life balance through a flexible and accommodating work environment

Core Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and assign daily tasks to the production team to ensure bakery products are prepared, packaged, and delivered on time while meeting company standards.
• Lead, supervise, and motivate production staff, providing training and coaching on safe work habits, production techniques, and company expectations.
• Evaluate employee performance, support the Production Manager with staffing and training decisions, and recognize strong performance to build a high-functioning team.
• Monitor production floor activities, resolve operational issues promptly, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Coordinate continuously with the quality assurance team to align production practices with food safety, sanitation, and product quality requirements, ensuring conflicts are resolved constructively.
• Work closely with maintenance to address equipment issues promptly and minimize downtime, keeping production schedules on track.
• Oversee raw materials, packaging, and supply inventory, ensuring timely requisition to prevent shortages or delays while supporting cost control and waste reduction.
• Ensure the facility and team comply with health, food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations at all times, minimizing hazards at every stage of the food production process.
• Track production data, maintain accurate reports on output, efficiency, and downtime, and communicate updates and recommendations to the Production Manager.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and a positive workplace culture while balancing production efficiency with quality requirements.
• Perform other essential duties as required to support the overall functioning and success of the production team.

Qualifications & Skills

• Relevant education in food production, manufacturing, or a related field or a minimum of 2 years of proven work experience in a production, bakery, or food manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and organizational skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a production team while working collaboratively with quality, maintenance, and sales departments.
• Solid understanding of workplace safety, food handling practices, and quality control procedures.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety regulations would be an asset but is not mandatory.
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure products meet company standards for quality and consistency.
• Punctuality, reliability, and discipline in managing schedules and ensuring production timelines are met.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to address production challenges quickly and effectively.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, balancing efficiency with accuracy to meet deadlines and production targets.
• Effective communication and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to maintain positive team relations and resolve issues constructively.
• Adaptability and flexibility to adjust to changing production priorities or unexpected challenges.
• Basic computer literacy for tracking production metrics, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate records.

How to apply?

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume by email to chris.blue@saginawbakeries.com. Please include the job title in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Join Us?

At Saginaw, you’re not just taking a job, you’re stepping into a leadership role where your skills and decisions directly impact the success of our production team and department. We are a proud Canadian, family-owned company with more than 30 years of stability, supplying our products to both major retail chains and local community stores.

Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

Career Growth Opportunities: We believe in promoting from within and creating clear pathways for advancement into senior roles.

Training & Certification Support:  We invest in our people by supporting training programs and professional certifications that help you grow in your career.

Multicultural & Diverse Workplace: Our team is made up of people from diverse cultural backgrounds. We value inclusion, respect, and collaboration, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Modern, Safe Facility: Work with state-of-the-art equipment in a clean, safety-focused, and supportive production environment.

Team-Focused Culture: Collaboration, accountability, and mutual support are at the heart of our workplace.

When you join Saginaw, you become part of a company that values diversity, quality, and long-term success, while helping you build a rewarding and sustainable career.