Apparel Production Supervisor

J.D. Irving, Limited; Quebec; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

J.D. Irving, Limited is seeking a hands-on Apparel Production Operations leader to coordinate embroidery, picking/stocking, alterations, and quality control teams in NB. You will partner with Sales to plan workload and meet shipping timelines.

The role emphasizes safe, efficient operations, coaching on policy, and accurate logo management within the apparel database, ensuring customer commitments are met.

Qualifications

• Trade Certification or College Diploma.
• 4 Years Experience.
• Microsoft 365 Suite.
• Communication Skills (verbal and written).
• Attention to detail.
• Problem Solving.
• Sense of urgency.
• Flexibility / Adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Order execution, ensuring orders are completed within committed timelines. Focal point for order escalations (clothing and promotional hard goods).
• Day to day operations (Embroidery, Picking, Stock, Alterations, and Quality) - Scheduling, people management, Payroll, 5S etc.
• Logo management - Ensuring all current and new logos are stored in the apparel database, with proper documentation including thread colors and location on garments.
• Provide coaching and direction on business policy and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem Solving

Sense of urgency

Flexibility / Adaptability

Education

Trade Certification or College Diploma

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operations in Apparel Production while ensuring all employees are operating in a safe and efficient manner in the Embroidering, Picking/Stocking, Alterations, and Quality control teams. They will also communicate with the Apparel Sales and Sales Support team to plan workload and ensure our customers’ needs are met and product is shipped within committed timelines.

Responsibilities

• Order execution, ensuring orders are completed within committed timelines. Focal point for order escalations (clothing and promotional hard goods)
• Day to day operations (Embroidery, Picking, Stock, Alterations, and Quality) - Scheduling, people management, Payroll, 5S etc.
• Logo management - Ensuring all current and new logos are stored in the apparel database, with proper documentation including thread colors and location on garments.
• Provide coaching and direction on business policy and procedures

Qualifications

• Trade Certification or College Diploma
• 4 Years Experience
• Microsoft 365 Suite
• Communication Skills (verbal and written)
• Attention to detail
• Problem Solving
• Sense of urgency
• Flexibility / Adaptability

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Chandler is one of Atlantic Canada’s leading business-to-business suppliers since opening in 1959. Across our seven locations we are focused on high value products, services, and solutions that assist our customers in achieving their business goals. With seven divisions our complete offering is second to none. Whether you need a full security or life safety system, safety equipment, industrial supplies, office furniture, restaurant equipment, sanitation supplies, or countless other business solutions, we have got you covered. Our team works hard every day to get you the products and services you need when you need them.