plywood making foreman/woman

Smith Plywoods ltd; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated supervisor to ensure the efficient operation of systems and equipment in the wood processing sector. This role involves establishing work schedules, training staff on safety procedures, and recommending measures to enhance productivity and product quality. The ideal candidate will have strong supervision skills and a commitment to maintaining safety standards. Join a dynamic team where your leadership will directly contribute to operational success and worker safety in a thriving environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising and coordinating activities of workers.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient operation of systems and equipment with proper maintenance.
• Establish work schedules and recommend productivity improvements.
• Train staff in job duties and oversee safety of operations.

Skills

Supervision

Safety Procedures

Maintenance and Repairs

Productivity Improvement

Training Staff

Job description

• Ensure that systems and equipment are operating efficiently and that proper maintenance and repairs are performed
• Establish work schedules
• Recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Set up machines and equipment
• Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule (and possibly review) activities of workers
• Monitor safety conditions
• Train staff/workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
• Oversee safety of operations

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people
• Labourers in wood, pulp and paper processing
• Other wood processing machine operators

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking