Operations Supervisor - Weekend Shift

Industrial Electric Manufacturing; Surrey; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

On-site only

Job summary

IEM is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead the day-to-day execution of a defined value stream at our Surrey site. You will ensure safety, takt time adherence, and KPI-aligned output, while guiding Team Leads and Operators toward high performance.

As a first-line people leader, you’ll partner with the Operations Manager to remove constraints, drive continuous improvement, and maintain flow. This role is 100% on-site with a daytime schedule from Thursday to Sunday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain or a related degree.
• Five years of additional relative experience, including demonstrated leadership, in lieu of a degree will also be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, including 1+ years in leadership.
• Experience with takt time, standard work, visual management, and daily tier meetings.
• Strong people leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily execution of production activities in the assigned work center to meet or exceed safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency targets.
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate Team Leads and Operators, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and teamwork.
• Ensure adherence to daily build schedules and takt time; escalates risks to production targets to the Operations Manager.
• Monitor and track performance against key metrics (output, defects, rework, attendance, downtime) and lead Tier 2 daily management meetings.
• Coordinate with Planning, Materials, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure work center readiness (materials, tools, documents, etc.).
• Enforce safety protocols, 5S practices, standard work, and compliance with operational policies.
• Support onboarding, cross-training, and upskilling of team members in partnership with Learning & Development.
• Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action implementation for issues impacting quality, delivery, or safety.

Skills

Leadership

Takt time

Standard work

Visual management

Tier meetings

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management / Industrial Engineering / Supply Chain

Job description

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what's possible. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, you'll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world's most dynamic markets.

Reports To: Operations Manager

Salary Range: CAD $38.46 - $55.30/hr

Position Summary: The Operations Supervisor is a first-line people leader responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution of a defined value stream. The Operations Supervisor ensures that all teams operate safely, meet takt time and schedule targets, and deliver high-quality output in alignment with KPIs. This role manages multiple Team Leads and Operators and partners closely with the Operations Manager to identify constraints, support continuous improvement, and maintain flow across the work center.

Please note: This position requires 100% on-site presence at our Surrey office and does not offer remote work options.

Schedule: Full-time, Thursday-Sunday, 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily execution of production activities in the assigned work center to meet or exceed safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency targets.
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate Team Leads and Operators, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and teamwork.
• Ensure adherence to daily build schedules and takt time; escalates risks to production targets to the Operations Manager.
• Monitor and track performance against key metrics (output, defects, rework, attendance, downtime) and lead Tier 2 daily management meetings.
• Coordinate with Planning, Materials, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure work center readiness (materials, tools, documents, etc.).
• Enforce safety protocols, 5S practices, standard work, and compliance with operational policies.
• Support onboarding, cross-training, and upskilling of team members in partnership with Learning & Development.
• Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action implementation for issues impacting quality, delivery, or safety.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain or a related degree. Five years of additional relative experience, including demonstrated leadership, in lieu of a degree will also be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, including 1+ years in a formal or informal leadership role.
• Experience with takt time, standard work, visual management, and daily tier meetings.
• Strong people leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization.

Preferred Skills

• Coaching & performance management
• Root cause analysis (5 Whys, fishbone, etc.)
• Understanding of Lean, 5S, and visual factory principles
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced production environment

Compensation

Compensation actually offered for this role will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Why Join IEM

At IEM, you'll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers

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