Production Supervisor

Interfor • Belledune, NB

27d • CA$80,000 - CA$90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Interfor is seeking a bilingual (English/French) Production Supervisor for its Belledune operation. This role is crucial for leading the production team, optimizing operational performance, and driving continuous improvement. The supervisor will oversee planer operations, safety, quality, and production performance. This is an opportunity for individuals with industrial/manufacturing experience and a supervisory background to step into a leadership role where their decisions directly influence operational success. The company is one of the world's largest lumber producers, offering career advancement, leadership development, and professional growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Bilingual in English and French (mandatory).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, sawmill, mining, food processing, or related production environment.
• Minimum 1 year of experience leading people in a Team Lead, Lead Hand, Supervisor, or similar leadership role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically active industrial environment.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with industrial/manufacturing experience and supervisory background are specifically sought.
• Candidates should be approachable, willing to learn, and comfortable supporting a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture through visible leadership, coaching, audits, and compliance initiatives.
• Oversee daily production activities to ensure operational targets are achieved safely and efficiently.
• Take ownership of operational performance, product quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support equipment reliability and production consistency by partnering closely with maintenance teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce costs, and maximize product recovery and value.
• Ensure lumber products consistently meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Supervise, coach, develop, and support production employees to achieve individual and team success.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.
• Complete operational reporting, issue tracking, and administrative responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of $80,000 - $90,000 CAD
• Group Benefits Plan (Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Health, Dental, & Vision Care)
• Virtual Healthcare Mobile App
• RRSP & Employee Purchase Plan Matching Programs
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Ongoing career development and advancement opportunities
• A supportive, team-oriented culture focused on safety and operational excellence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed