Production Team Lead - Hudson Bay, SK

Weyerhaeuser; Hudson Bay; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a dedicated team in a state-of-the-art OSB mill. This role emphasizes safety, productivity, and quality, ensuring that associates are well-coached and motivated. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in OSB operations and strong leadership skills. Join a company that values diversity and innovation, offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits while fostering a culture of growth and sustainability. If you're looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Annual Merit-Increase Program

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Training and Development Opportunities

Diversity Networks

Volunteerism Support

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills in a 24/7 environment.
• Excellent communication skills with knowledge of quality principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety adherence and quality initiatives in the production area.
• Coach associates and facilitate team meetings for continuous improvement.

Skills

Safety Performance

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Mechanical Skills

Planning and Organizing

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

At Weyerhaeuser, we're always looking for people who can innovate, contribute, grow, and create! Our employees are the reason we've been in business for nearly 120 years. Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the largest premium timber, land, and forest products companies in the world.

This position is located in Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan. The Hudson Bay OSB Mill is a market-focused, quality-oriented Strand Board (OSB) operation. The mill includes a Log Yard, Green End, Drying, Pressing, Finishing, and Shipping departments, as well as Maintenance/Engineering. The annual production is 540 million board feet. The workforce of approximately 160 employees is represented by the United Steelworkers Union (USW).

Key Functions

1. The Production Supervisor reports to the Production Manager.
2. The Production Supervisor acts as a coach for associates in all aspects of work.
3. Provides daily focus on safety adherence, along with direction in housekeeping, environmental, quality, productivity, and cost efforts.
4. Is a safety-driven leader and practices active caring, hands-on involvement in housekeeping, quality, productivity, and cost initiatives.
5. Plans and leads effective pre-shift meetings, training sessions, and continuous improvement efforts.
6. Promotes change and growth as essential to sustained success, establishing trust with associates through support, goal setting, action planning, and follow-up.
7. Establishes performance standards, works with associates to meet behavioral expectations, and promotes team ownership of their areas and equipment, fostering pride in the mill.
8. Interfaces with other supervisors to maintain standards in safety, housekeeping, and performance.
9. Participates in the selection of new employees and provides input to HR and Department Managers regarding employment, termination, and salary review decisions.
10. Acts as a proactive leader in safety, waste reduction, quality, and productivity.
11. Facilitates team meetings, motivates team members through goal setting, feedback, and performance evaluations.
12. Assigns mentors to new associates for training and reliable methods instruction.
13. Performs final qualification checks on tasks and job instructions.
14. Leads the development of the operating team on troubleshooting, minor maintenance, machinery optimization, ensuring policy and procedure compliance.
15. Supports organizational goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellent safety performance and ability to follow plant systems.
• Experience in OSB operations, including blending, forming, pressing, and finishing.
• Ability to work in a 24/7 environment.
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coach, facilitate, and teach associates.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and listening skills, with knowledge of quality principles.
• Working knowledge of the entire department preferred.
• Proficiency in PC use, especially Microsoft Office.
• Strong planning, organizing, and execution skills.
• Adaptability to new situations.
• Mechanical skills are a plus.

Compensation

This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, with a salary range of $88,500-$128,500 based on skills and experience. It also offers an annual incentive program with a target cash bonus of 7% of base pay, which may range from zero to twice the target.

Benefits

As a nonunion employee, you and your dependents will be covered under our comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. We support personal volunteerism, diversity networks, mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities.

Retirement

Canadian nonunion employees are automatically enrolled in our Defined Contribution Pension Plan, with a company match up to 6% and a company contribution up to 7.25%. Employees may also enroll in the Retirement Savings Plan (Group RRSP).

About Wood Products

We have delivered quality building products and solutions for over 100 years, offering exceptional performance and support to builders, dealers, specifiers, and homeowners. We are committed to sustainability and building a reputable presence in the industry.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that improve the world. We prioritize safety, excellence, and pride in our work, offering diverse career opportunities across North America.

We value diversity and inclusion, striving to create a culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging, opportunity, and purpose. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to an equitable environment.