Area Supervisor

Orion Steel Group; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health, dental, and prescription cover

Short and long-term disability

Retirement plans

Life insurance options

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc. in Red Deer is seeking an Area Supervisor to oversee manufacturing operations and drive productivity. You will collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and safety personnel to support quality and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires leadership experience in industrial operations, knowledge of lean principles, and the ability to manage 12-hour night shifts. Strong communication and training abilities are essential for advancing safety and operational

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in a related field; engineering degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of industrial operations experience.
• Experience leading a team and overseeing work.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with OH&S regulations and safety standards.
• Able to work 12-hour night shifts.
• Strong verbal and written communication; proficient with Word/Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities to meet daily production requirements and monthly shipping plans.
• Lead safety, quality, and lean initiatives across the team.
• Plan and direct production resources to drive productivity and yield improvements.
• Provide training and mentorship to operators.
• Investigate issues and participate in root-cause analysis.
• Engage staff in continuous improvement to reduce waste.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Continuous improvement

Operations management

Education

Engineering degree

Diploma or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Description and Responsibilities

Join Interpro Pipe & Steel’s Red Deer team as an Area Supervisor, where you’ll play a pivotal role in overseeing our manufacturing operations. This position is essential for ensuring that our production processes run smoothly and efficiently, contributing directly to our company’s commitment to quality and innovation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, maintenance, and safety personnel, fostering an environment of continuous improvement.

• Drive results by optimizing operations to increase productivity and improve Yield and First Pass Yield
• Ensure compliance with all aspects of the safety, health, environmental, and quality programs
• Plan, align, and direct daily production activities to ensure daily production requirements are met and/or exceeded and conformance with the monthly shipping plan is assured
• Due diligence, make every reasonable effort to ensure the safety of the employees
• Conduct monthly safety meetings
• Work with operators and stakeholders to effectively solve problems
• Provide or arrange training for employees to meet the standards of the job they are performing
• Support all company and regulatory requirements
• Effectively report mechanical/electrical concerns immediately and contribute to failure analysis
• Engage employees in continuous improvement to identify and eliminate waste

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a related field, candidates with an engineering degree preferred, or a combination of education and equivalent experience
• Minimum two years’ industrial operations experience, experience in operating steel/pipe facilities preferred
• Previous experience leading a team and overseeing work preferred
• Demonstrated business operations and process improvement experience
• Understanding and knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Familiarity with occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations and safety standards
• Must be able to work night shift schedule (12hrs shift)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proven ability to motivate team
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long-term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: [phone]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by‑case basis.

Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!