Production Supervisor
$65,000–$73,000 year
On-siteSeeley, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Lead a team of 45-50 employees in partnership with lead hands to achieve production targets within Key Performance Indicators. Proactively performance manage staff to ensure accountability for Safety, Quality, Attendance, and Reliability, conducting regular performance reviews and coaching discussions. Identify continuous improvement opportunities in processes and equipment, while ensuring all personnel are trained, certified, and competent in their roles. Manage direct labor staffing levels, schedule teams for maximum effectiveness, and handle time and attendance tracking. Monitor compliance with procedures, investigate accidents and near misses, and document reports to meet WSIB requirements. Maintain knowledge of SAP transactions and production KPIs while facilitating shift communications. Work closely with management to drive change, enforce policies, and build team spirit through strong relationships.
Required Qualifications
- Post Secondary education or equivalent work experience
- Minimum 5-7 years experience as a supervisor in a production or manufacturing environment
- Proven working experience as a supervisor and leading a large team (30-45 employees)
- Experience working with HRIS system i.e.: UKG processing timecards and vacation requests
- Proven experience staffing a team to required headcount
- Must be able to work both shifts and overtime on weekends in the event of vacation coverage or shift changes
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with SAP would be considered an asset
- Familiarity with progressive production practices and methods
- General Knowledge of production systems and operational methods
- Experience with lean and continuous improvements is an asset
- Strong accountability and follow-through skills
- Process driven with the ability to follow and understand policies at all times
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Experience as a change leader and pushing change and new procedures and policies
- Ability to work under pressure and tight schedules
- Superior Communication both verbal and written
- Ability to encourage and build team spirit among team members, bringing about mutual respect and cooperation, building trust with employees and strong relationships
- Ability to identify new opportunities
- Ability to develop specific plans and goals to help in accomplishing tasks efficiently
- Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to make the best decision in solving problems
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