Manufacturing Production Supervisor
About The Position
Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact. Production Supervisor Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Production Supervisor to lead shift operations, drive safety and quality performance, and develop high-performing teams. This role is responsible for ensuring production goals are achieved efficiently while maintaining a strong commitment to employee safety, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing production demands.
- Working knowledge of safety regulations, quality systems, and production processes.
- Proficiency with production reporting systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct leadership and supervision to production employees, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Coach, mentor, and develop team members through regular feedback, training, and performance discussions.
- Promote employee engagement while addressing performance concerns and recognizing accomplishments.
- Ensure staffing levels and skill sets meet operational requirements.
- Plan, organize, and coordinate shift operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and customer requirements.
- Analyze production schedules and work orders to determine labor and equipment needs.
- Assign personnel and equipment to maximize productivity and ensure efficient material flow.
- Monitor production performance, identify obstacles, and implement solutions to improve operational efficiency.
- Maintain accurate production, inventory, and labor records.
- Champion a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct safety observations, investigations, and corrective actions as needed.
- Participate actively in safety initiatives, training programs, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensure employees have the tools, equipment, and training necessary to perform their work safely.
- Interpret product specifications and communicate customer requirements to production teams.
- Coordinate quality inspections and ensure adherence to established production standards.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, cost savings, and increased productivity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve equipment performance, product quality, and operational processes.
- Partner with Maintenance, Quality, Operations, and other departments to ensure production objectives are met.
- Communicate operational priorities, performance expectations, and production updates effectively across shifts and departments.
- Assist in resolving production, personnel, and equipment-related issues in a timely manner.
- Interviewing, hiring, and onboarding employees.
- Assigning and directing work.
- Conducting performance evaluations and development discussions.
- Coaching employees and administering corrective action when necessary.
- Approving time off and managing attendance.
- Supporting employee training and career development initiatives.
- Building and maintaining a positive, respectful, and productive work environment.
Benefits
- The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
- Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
- Several company-paid benefits including: Dental and Vision coverage, Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies, Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Access to a robust employee assistance program
- Competitive compensation
- Annual bonus program opportunity
- 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
- 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
- Career advancement opportunities
- Ability to purchase Company stock
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
