Production Supervisor

1871 company; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Abbotsford is seeking a Production Supervisor to coordinate production tasks, ensure safety, and manage staffing and scheduling. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and a background in wood products manufacturing. The role requires a high school graduation and offers a salary range of $66,000 - $70,000 annually with additional benefits.

Benefits

Group pension plan

Health benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience giving training and direction to staff.
• Experience in lumber manufacturing or wood preserving is desirable.
• Ability to work with equipment like pumps and valves.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of production, staffing, and scheduling.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on production equipment.
• Ensure production volumes are met and address any issues.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Coaching skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school graduation

Post-Secondary in wood products manufacturing

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Production Supervisor
Full-Time
Abbotsford, BC

Reference Number: NWP-BC-ABB-165-191125

SUMMARY

Reporting to the General Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for the day-to- day tasks associated with coordinating all aspects of production, staffing, scheduling, and equipment maintenance and upkeep. The Production Supervisor ensures that all company objectives and environmental standards are met.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

Supervisory

• Proactively promote a safe work environment and ensure that all employees are knowledgeable and diligent in carrying out their duties.
• Attend and actively participate in production and safety meetings.
• Assign work duties to production staff.
• Address employee issues in a fair and consistent manner.

Maintenance

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on all production equipment.
• Work with various types of equipment, such as pumps, valves, conveyers, and bearings.
• Safely and effectively utilize hand tools.

Production

• Ensure production volumes are met, downtime is limited and follow up on any problems that may occur.
• Review a detailed inventory position report to plan production priorities and schedules daily.
• Assist production, planning and shipping into the inventory management system.
• Provide updates to management on status of work orders and daily production.
• Provide back up to operations administrator by providing work orders, and labels to manufacturing as needed.
• Conduct spot inventory cycle counts.
• Assist with other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Supervisory

• Proven experience providing training and direction to staff, motivating and developing staff, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Effective coaching and team-building skills.

Technical

• Lumber manufacturing or wood preserving experience is desirable.
• Proven experience with troubleshooting and repairing equipment.

Other

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to think creatively and solve problems.
• Attention to detail combined with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Competent with Microsoft Office and MRP/ERP systems.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

• Permanent full-time

EDUCATION

• High school graduation
• Post-Secondary in wood products manufacturing is an asset

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• The typical hiring range for this position is $66,000 - $70,000 annually. The base pay offered is based on geographical location and may vary depending on the applicant’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Similar positions located in other geographical locations may not necessarily receive the same salary range. The compensation information is an estimate and provided to meet with applicable provincial Pay Transparency legislation.
• Group pension plan
• Health benefits

HOURS OF WORK

• Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm

Note: Must be flexible with start and finish times

WORK LOCATION

• 33630 Enterprise Ave, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7T9
• Must have own reliable transportation

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.