Operations Supervisor

J.D. Irving, Limited; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Saint John, NB is seeking an Operations Supervisor for its South Bay Chip Plant. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of supervisory experience in a production environment. Responsibilities include leading a production team, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and optimizing production resources. A post-secondary diploma or trade certification in a related field is required, with a bachelor's degree preferred. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of supervisory experience in a production environment.
• Experience in industrial or sawmill operations preferred.
• Relevant safety or industry certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and inspire a production team to meet performance goals.
• Uphold production processes that meet quality and safety standards.
• Monitor productivity and efficiently allocate resources to meet targets.
• Coach and support team members in their skills development.
• Manage scheduling, payroll processing, and daily reporting.

Skills

Strong leadership and team management abilities

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of safety, quality, and environmental standards

Problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset

Ability to work flexible hours

Education

Post-secondary diploma or trade certification in industrial technology, engineering, or a related field

Bachelor’s degree in industrial technology, forestry, or business administration

Job description

The J.D. Irving Sawmills Division is currently seeking a motivated individuals to join our South Bay Chip Plant team in Saint John, NB as an Operations Supervisor

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Minimum:Post-secondary diploma or trade certification in industrial technology, engineering, or a related field.
  • Preferred:Bachelor’s degree in industrial technology, forestry, or business administration
• Experience:
  • Minimum:4+ years of supervisory experience in a production environment.
  • Preferred:Experience in industrial or sawmill operations.
• Certifications:
  • Minimum:None required.
  • Preferred:Relevant safety or industry certifications.
• Knowledge and Skills:
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Understanding of safety, quality, and environmental standards
  • Problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including day and night shifts

Responsibilities

• Lead and Engage a High-Performance Team: Direct and inspire a production team employees, fostering collaboration and accountability to meet performance goals.
• Ensure Quality, Safety, and Environmental Compliance: Uphold production processes that meet quality, safety, and environmental standards, creating a safe and compliant work environment.
• Optimize Production Resources: Monitor productivity, adjust tasks and scheduling, and efficiently allocate resources to meet production targets.
• Train and Develop Team Members: Coach and support team members in enhancing their skills and professional growth through performance management and development programs.
• Support Administrative Operations: Manage scheduling, payroll processing, and daily reporting to maintain efficient operations.