Production Supervisor

Dashwood Industries INC; Adelaide Metcalfe; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dashwood Industries Inc. in Ontario is hiring a Production Supervisor to oversee the production team, ensure quality and safety, and support plant-wide initiatives.

You'll work with other functions to meet daily targets, improve efficiency, and maintain compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and related standards. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.

The role requires 3–5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing and a Grade 12 or GED.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Excellent organization, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of delivery systems and order processing is an asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production and quality control, identify inefficiencies and take corrective actions.
• Identify and report quality issues to prevent non-conforming products from processing or delivery.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce costs and enhance quality.
• Participate in production planning and review daily targets based on schedules.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings to ensure proper processes, controls, quality and traceability.
• Communicate expectations and standards; collaborate with management to resolve problems.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed and document accidents and near-misses.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dashwood Industries Inc., a major manufacturer and distributor of windows and entrance systems for the residential and commercial markets, has an immediate opening for a Production Supervisor. Dashwood Industries has been manufacturing high quality windows and doors since 1928. Our commitment to providing the very best quality, selection and service to our customers has never wavered. We are looking for an individual who is interested in thriving professionally in a rapidly growing company with an inclusive and engaging culture.

In a unionized environment, the Production Supervisor is responsible for supporting the manufacturing of products through the supervision of the production team while ensuring compliance with the collective agreement and fostering a positive labour-management relationship. As a Production Supervisor, you will oversee the activities of production workers, identify and resolve production related issues and ensure that quality and efficiency measures are met. The Production Supervisor is expected to work closely with other functions within the facility to execute plant-wide initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor daily production and quality control performance, identifying inefficiencies and taking responsive and corrective actions where necessary, assisting in all aspects of the production floor.
• Identify and report quality issues to the appropriate team to prevent further processing, assembly or delivery ofnon-conforming products.
• Identify opportunities for improving production efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing product quality.
• Participate in production planning, review and report on daily targets for production based on schedules.
• Conduct pre-shift team meetings to review that proper processes, controls, quality and traceability are being followed at all times.
• Communicate expectations, operational objectives and standards.
• Collaborate with the management team to resolve production problems.
• Ensure all safety protocols are followed to maintain a safe working environment. Provide first aid when necessary and document accidents, incidents, and near-misses accurately and promptly.
• Identify and report on continuous improvements in safety practices.
• Actively participate in employee return to work and modified duties planning when required.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, standards, and legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Employment Standards Act and Ontario Human Rights Code.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 Diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years of relevant supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent organization, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create and adhere to production processes.
• Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Dashwood Product and/or windows and doors an asset.
• Good understanding of delivery systems and order processing systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications.

Dashwood Industries is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodation is available upon request. If you require accommodation through any aspect of the selection process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.