Production Supervisor

Chryso North America; Ajax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Parental leave

RRSP plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee recognition

Job summary

Saint-Gobain in Ajax, Ontario is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the production line teams, ensure safety, quality, and efficiency, and report to the Plant Manager. The role emphasizes coaching, mentoring, and continuous improvement of staff in a high-demand manufacturing setting.

Afternoon shift is 3PM–11PM. The incumbent will enforce safety rules, manage workloads, and drive performance improvements across production lines while maintaining strong labor relations and adherence to EH&S

Qualifications

• BS degree preferred and/or 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Understanding of production operations and lean manufacturing principles (Six Sigma).
• Strong interpersonal skills, engagement in safe work behaviors, and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct all Production activities to meet specs and quality.
• Set schedules, assignments, and production requirements with Plant Manager.
• Monitor performance and assist in troubleshooting.
• Ensure safety procedures and a healthy work environment.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Engineering.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Effective communication

Team leadership

Computer literacy

Education

BS Degree

Job description

The Production Supervisor is responsible for all production activities. The incumbent will manage and direct the activities of the production line personnel to safely produce quality products. Will monitor and direct the production activities and production line personnel. The incumbent is held accountable to ensure production activities are carried out in compliance with all environmental, health, and safety requirements, policies, and procedures. This position reports directly to the Plant Manager.

NATURE & SCOPE OF POSITION:

Develops the knowledge, skills, and abilities of their direct reports by acting as a coach and mentor. Placing priority on taking care of their employees and ensuring that daily human resource issues are timely and consistent (payroll, recognition, accountability, etc.). Train and develop production crews to safely produce quality-roofing products efficiently, monitoring production processes. Consistently and equitably, enforce plant rules, holding crew members accountable for all facets of their jobs, including housekeeping standards. Maintain good labor relations by equitable administration of work rules, consistency of actions, and open communication with all employees. By personal actions and example, assure that all employees are treated with dignity and respect. Must be fully engaged in the continuous improvement of the process and actively developing their direct reports to the same level.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise and direct all Production activities for assigned lines to ensure that products are produced to meet or exceed all established process specifications and quality requirements. Confer with the Plant Manager and establish work schedules, assignments, and production requirements for operations and activities within or between departments.
• Observe work and monitor to ensure production or processing standard performance. Assist in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Interprets production specifications and determines the acceptability of production that is in process.
• Responsible for the support of activities such as Maintenance and Engineering.
• Working knowledge and understanding of products and manufacturing all products within specification.
• Maintain communication with Operations Management to ensure production requirements are understood.
• Provides input and collaboration as part of the plant operations second-level management team.
• Must advise and counsel Production team members effectively, utilize progressive discipline, and take corrective actions when warranted for crew members.
• Ensures compliance with all safety procedures, establishes, and promotes the maintenance of a safe, accident-free, and healthy work environment. Eliminate or control hazardous conditions resulting from human error, equipment, and machine operations, which may lead to human injury and or property damage.
• Report all EH&S incidents – Injuries/Recordables, Near Misses, First Aid, Environmental and Property/Equipment Damage.
• Ensure adherence to Waste Management and Recycling responsibilities.
• Participate in Incident & Near Miss Investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Participation in development and review of JSA/SOP’s.
• Assist with direct reports in reviewing accident investigations to reach the root cause and determine corrective actions.

Afternoon Shift : 3PM - 11PM

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES (SKILLS & ABILITIES):

• BS Degree preferred and/or 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience, as well as exposure in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• This position requires an understanding of the production operation and its practices and procedures, as well as a high level of human relations skills to develop and motivate subordinates.
• Must demonstrate core competencies of engagement in safe work behaviors, effective communications, listening, and organizational skills.
• Must understand machine operations and be fully committed to safely accomplish tasks. Must be computer literate and have knowledge of lean manufacturing principles such as Six Sigma. The position provides leadership and direction for the activities of assigned crews.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work an average of 40 hours per week, speak clearly so others understand, vision acuity to see details within a few feet of an observer, accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations, sensitivity to other’s needs, positive demeanor, and model change management for the business.
• Job includes tasks that require walking, bending, twisting, gripping, stair and ladder climbing, entering confined spaces, navigating rough terrain, and occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs.
• May require long periods of sitting, walking, and standing, working on a computer, or engaging in telephone conversation.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The manufacturing plant is not temperature controlled; dust and high noise areas are present inside plant areas.

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants upon their request. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

BENEFITS IN JOINING US

What we offer…

Certain provinces require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates, the base pay range for this position is $70.000 to $90,000 per year. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 9% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures.

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program offers a total approach to well-being!

Our amazing benefits and programs include, but are not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Security: Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan - Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) andEmployee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
• Employee Recognition Programs
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
• Be Well Be You: Our comprehensive benefits, resources, and programs platform to help you and your family be well, wherever you are in life (Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Social)
• Pet insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
• Perks & Savings Program: access to thousands of gift cards, in-store and online discounts, as well as cashback offers.

* This is an active, existing vacancy. We are looking to fill this position immediately.