Production Superintendent

Motor Coach Industries; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Manitoba is seeking a Production Superintendent to drive production excellence and team performance. The role involves overseeing daily operations, coaching Cell Leaders, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate has significant supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of production processes. This position comes with competitive wages and comprehensive benefits starting from day one.

Benefits

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Company paid Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in transportation or automotive.
• Strong understanding of production processes and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct department operations to meet production targets safely and efficiently.
• Monitor department budgets and provide regular status updates.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and human rights standards.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Problem-Solving

Communication

Organization

Education

Post-secondary education in Engineering or related technical field

Job description

MCI is North America’s public and private market motor coach leader. Products include the luxury J-Series (an industry best-seller for over a decade), the workhorse D-Series, and the brand new zero-emission luxury and commuter coaches: the battery-electric J4500 CHARGE™ and MCI D45 CRT LE CHARGE™. MCI also provides maintenance, repair, 24‑hour roadside assistance, parts, and technician training through the industry’s only Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) accredited MCI Academy. Further information is available at www.mcicoach.com

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Superintendent plays a key leadership role in driving production excellence and team performance. This position oversees and supports Cell Leaders, providing coaching and guidance to ensure targets are met safely, efficiently, and in line with company goals. The Production Superintendent coordinates daily operations, promotes workplace organization, and ensures production activities meet departmental KPIs, customer expectations, and MCI’s high standards for quality and safety. Acting as a vital communication link between the production floor and senior management, the Production Superintendent helps translate strategic objectives into results that advance overall business success.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Lead and direct department operations to ensure production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in alignment with schedule attainment, first‑time quality, and LEAN manufacturing practices.
• Champion quality standards by addressing non‑conforming materials through the Material Review Board and driving root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor department budgets, provide regular status updates, and proactively advise management of any issues or variances.
• Manage and support Cell Leaders in assigning work, ensuring employees have the necessary skills, training, and authorization to perform their roles effectively.
• Coach and evaluate Cell Leaders to maximize performance against key metrics, including TAKT time, build‑in‑station, live bus flow, and efficiency.
• Ensure departmental KPIs are met and communicated through regular production meetings and team updates.
• Provide clear direction and guidance to Cell Leaders on expectations, priorities, and performance standards.
• Uphold company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, attendance, and human rights standards.
• Support Cell Leaders in addressing employee performance or compliance concerns through MCI’s corrective action process.
• Maintain compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and address labor relations matters appropriately.
• Drive continuous improvement by leading and supporting initiatives, Lean events, and “5S” workplace organization activities.
• Allocate departmental resources effectively across workstations and ensure cross‑training and training records are current.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration to ensure manufacturing and safety processes are consistently maintained and improved.
• Work with various teams to organize and implement recommendations or process/testing changes in order to comply with contractual requirements
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned to advance MCI’s business objectives.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Post‑secondary education in Engineering or a related technical field is preferred; additional training in Business, Supervision, or Management is considered an asset.
• A minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience in a unionized environment, with a proven ability to lead, coach, and develop teams.
• Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally within the transportation, automotive, or coach/bus industry.
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality standards, and continuous improvement principles.
• Experience managing labor relations matters is an asset, with the ability to foster positive and productive workplace relationships.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills with a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving and process improvement.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Eligible for benefits on first day of employment:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Dental plans - basic dental option with a $0 paycheck contribution available
  • Vision plan
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Short Term Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Competitive wages
• Ongoing training and development through a variety of initiatives