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Operations & Production Lead Nutritional ManufacturingA manufacturer of natural health and wellness products seeks a hands-on leader to manage cutting edge natural health products. Reporting to the President, this role ensures schedules, quality, and compliance targets are consistently met.RESPONSIBILITIES:Oversee daily production scheduling to meet demand requirements.Monitor efficiency, yield, and downtime; correct variances quickly.Ensure GMP compliance documentation and audit readiness.Enforce safety procedures and allergen controls.Lead, coach, and evaluate production staff and a maintenance technician.Implement Lean practices and process improvements to reduce waste and increase output.Collaborate with R&D to test and scale new formulations.Track cost, labour, and inventory accuracy in coordination with Supply Chain.REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS. BS or Diploma in Food Science, Engineering, or similar discipline; equivalent experience considered.6 - 8 years in regulated manufacturing (food, nutraceutical, or pharmaceutical), including 2+ years supervising teams.Knowledge of GMP, OEE tracking, and production planning tools.Strong leadership and communication skills in a fast-moving environment.Preferred:Background in nutraceutical or confectionery production.Lean Six Sigma or equivalent continuous improvement training.Experience scaling new products or starting new production lines.Fluency in Mandarin is an asset.