Production Line Supervisor

IKO Global; Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and performance analysis through KPIs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in lean manufacturing and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Join a company that values integrity, teamwork, and employee development, where you can make a significant impact in optimizing production processes and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration. If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a growing organization, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health and dental insurance plans

Matched retirement savings program

Focus on Diversity and Inclusion

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years in production with a focus on lean manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Excellent analytical skills with data analysis proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Analyze production trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead lean manufacturing initiatives for process optimization.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management

Tools

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Production Supervisor (Specialist/Lead) to join our high performing Hawkesbury team. This role focuses on driving performance through the analysis of trends and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), supporting health and safety programs, and championing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives. We are looking for a leader with the flexibility to step in and replace production supervisors during vacations or other absences.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive salary
• Competitive health, dental and insurance plans
• Competitive matched retirement savings program
• The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with a focus on Diversity and Inclusion
• The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing.

When You Join Us, You Will

• Foster a safe work environment and drive continuous improvement in the plant's safety processes
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and standards.
• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of safety programs.
• Analyze production trends and KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain scorecards to monitor performance metrics.
• Plan, implement and monitor production operations to meet scheduled production volume requirements. Execute production department activities to achieve the overall plant production schedule.
• Leverage the IKO Excellence continuous improvement programs to instill lean manufacturing practices, tools and discipline to ensure plant competitiveness and sustainability.
• Lead and participate in lean manufacturing initiatives to optimize production processes.
• Implement and sustain continuous improvement strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Act as a liaison between production teams and management to align objectives.
• Support the implementation of new processes.
• Promote a culture of performance and accountability to enhance and develop talent development.
• Continually strive to foster a team environment that provides open and honest communication across all levels.
• Step in to replace production supervisors during vacations or other absences, ensuring smooth daily operations and maintaining production targets.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or operations role, with a focus on lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Flexibility and capability to step into supervisory roles as needed.

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.