Production Shift Manager

PORTA is an authentic Italian manufacturer of artisanal, ready-to-cook frozen meals. We produce restaurant-quality dishes using only the finest Italian and locally-sourced ingredients, traditional recipes and a very simple cooking process that takes less than 15-minutes. We want to make every home cook feel like a chef and we do that by making it easier to access, order and cook the best that Italy has to offer right in your home. PORTA currently offers a range of frozen pizzas, pasta kits, raviolis, and desserts. We distribute Direct-to-Consumer through a meal subscription at http://www.eatporta.com and are also available in over 200 stores in Ontario, Canada. Be the chef in your home kitchen and try PORTA today.

The Role:
We are seeking a Shift Manager to oversee PORTA's operations, reporting to the Production Manager and overseeing a team of 20-25 team members. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring food safety, optimizing productivity and efficiency, and managing multiple teams, including Packaging, Pizza Topping, Ingredient Prep, and Wash Bay areas. This role requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Each area is vital to our production process, ensuring efficiency, quality, and team cohesion in their respective areas.

Food Safety and Quality:

• Ensure all production activities comply with food safety regulations, HACCP, and GMP protocols.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to maintain high standards of food safety and quality.
• Implement and monitor food safety programs and corrective actions as necessary.

Productivity and Efficiency:

• Monitor production processes to optimize efficiency and productivity.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance workflow and reduce downtime.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless production flow and timely delivery of products.
  

Team Management:

• Lead, motivate, and support the Packaging, Pizza Topping, Ingredient Prep, and Wash Bay teams.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and employee engagement.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching and development opportunities for team members.

Operations:

• Identify and adhere to packaging specifications, ensuring all products meet regulations and high-quality standards.

• Manage the pizza topping line, ensuring accurate and efficient topping of products.
• Provide leadership and direction to the pizza topping team, ensuring high performance and engagement.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and quality, adhering to HACCP and GMP protocols.
• Oversee the packaging area, ensuring smooth operation of the cartoner, metal detection, and overall packaging operations
• Supervise the preparation of raw materials, including cutting and portioning ingredients.
• Ensure all ingredients are prepped according to specifications and standards.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and efficiency within the team.
• Oversee the wash bay area, ensuring all equipment and utensils are cleaned and sanitized according to company standards.
• Manage the wash bay team, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
• Conduct regular inspections of cleaned equipment to maintain high hygiene standards.
• Other duties as assigned

About You:

• Detail-Oriented: Keen eye for detail, ensuring all processes and products meet our rigorous quality standards.
• Problem-Solver: Adept at troubleshooting and resolving issues quickly to keep the production line running smoothly.
• Communicative: Excellent communication skills, enabling you to coordinate efficiently with other team leads and departments.
• Commitment: Committed to maintaining a safe and positive work environment, always prioritizing food safety and team well-being.
• Leadership: Possess strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team effectively.
• Availability: Tuesday-Thursday, 7PM-7AM and alternating Tuesday-Friday 7PM-7AM OR
  Saturday-Monday 7AM-7PM and alternating Saturday-Tuesday 7AM-7PM
  

PORTA is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Our people are our business and we celebrate our differences, encourage a breadth of perspectives, and offer equal opportunity for all employees to join and excel at our company. PORTA gladly provides accommodations to candidates if necessary, so please send us an email if you would like us to do that for you: [email protected].