Production Supervisor

Oxygen8; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock option

Health coverage from day 1

3 weeks vacation

Team building events

Volunteer day

Training opportunities

Job summary

Oxygen8 in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our morning shift manufacturing operations. This hands-on role coordinates daily production, supports team leads, drives safety, quality, and continuous improvement, and collaborates with Engineering, Supply Chain, Warehouse, and Production teams to meet demand.

The ideal candidate has prior supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong coaching and communication skills, excels at organizing priorities, and is

Qualifications

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in manufacturing or production.
• Excellent coaching, motivational, and development skills.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration abilities.
• High organizational skills with multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Attention to detail with broad operational perspective.
• Proficiency with Excel and production systems.
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support four Team Leads and production staff of ~30 with coaching and development.
• Coordinate daily production schedules and workforce planning to meet targets.
• Understand Oxygen8 product lines and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Warehouse, and Supply Chain to ensure materials and resources.
• Maintain appropriate staffing to support production demand.
• Review documentation and release work orders to Warehouse.
• Approve attendance, vacations, and time reporting.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff.
• Champion 5S and continuous improvement on the floor.
• Promote health and safety standards and participate in safety meetings.
• Support performance reviews and employee development.
• Monitor production KPIs and maintain SOPs.
• Foster a positive, engaged, high-performing team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Organization

Excel

Lean manufacturing

Safety culture

Physical ability

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Oxygen8, we’re driven by a simple mission: to make indoor spaces healthier and buildings more energy-efficient. Our 100% electric ventilation systems improve air quality, reduce carbon footprints, and help people feel safe and comfortable in the spaces where they live, work, and play.

Since 2019, we’ve grown from a single solution into a portfolio of flexible systems designed for how buildings are actually built and used. We value creativity, collaboration, and ownership – here, your ideas can shape solutions that make a real difference.

Working at Oxygen8 means joining a fast-moving, innovative team where problem-solving and continuous improvement are part of the culture. Our momentum has been recognized along the way: in 2025, we were named Vancouver’s #1 fastest-growing company, and in 2024, we earned Company of the Year – Scale from the BC Tech Association, ranked #1 in Clean Technology on the Deloitte Technology Fast 50, and #28 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500.

About The Role

Location: On-site at our head office at 5085 North Fraser Way, Burnaby, BC, V5J 0J2 (occasionally at 1575 Vernon Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6A 3P8)

Work hours: AM shift 6:30am - 3pm (with occasional overtime)

Position type: Full-time permanent

Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000

Oxygen8 is seeking an experienced and people-focused Production Supervisor to lead our morning shift manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys developing high‑performing teams.

As a Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for coordinating daily production activities, supporting Team Leads, ensuring operational efficiency, and driving a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You will work closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Warehouse, and Production teams to ensure materials, resources, and schedules are aligned to meet customer demand and production targets.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing manufacturing organization while helping build innovative products that improve indoor air quality and sustainability across North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support four Team Leads and production support personnel of about 30 people through regular coaching and development conversations.
• Coordinate daily production schedules and workforce planning to ensure production targets are met.
• Develop a strong understanding of Oxygen8's product lines and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams to ensure materials and resources are available to support production activities.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained to support production demand.
• Review production documentation and release work orders to the Warehouse team.
• Approve employee attendance records, vacation requests, and time reporting.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of new manufacturing team members.
• Champion 5S principles and continuous improvement initiatives across the production floor.
• Promote and enforce health and safety standards while participating in safety initiatives and meetings.
• Support annual performance review processes and employee development activities.
• Monitor and contribute to key production metrics and operational KPIs.
• Create and maintain clear standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support consistent and efficient manufacturing processes.
• Foster a positive, engaged, and high-performing team culture

Experience And Skills

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Strong ability to coach, motivate, and develop team members.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail while maintaining a broader operational perspective.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other production-related systems.
• Professional, dependable, and accountable approach to work.
• Positive leadership style with a passion for building strong teams and delivering results.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or 5S methodologies is considered an asset.
• Commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.
• Required ability to lift up to 50lbs (23kg).

Benefits

At Oxygen8, we strongly believe in building a team that works well together, and we are committed to creating an environment that is inclusive and provides the space for individuals to learn and grow. We are proud to offer the following benefits to our team members:

• Employee Stock Option Plan
• Health and Dental Benefit Coverage from day 1
• 3 Weeks Paid Vacation
• Company Team Building Events
• Paid Volunteer Day
• Personal Development and Training Opportunities
• Full-time permanent opportunity with occasional overtime
• On-site based our Burnaby office and occasionally at our Vancouver location
• Salary range of $65,000 - $75,000

Oxygen8's Commitment to Equal Employment, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Oxygen8, we believe our best work happens when people feel respected, supported, and empowered to contribute as their authentic selves. We grow stronger when we grow together—by listening to different perspectives, learning from one another, and moving forward as one team.

We are built to evolve. That means continuously challenging our thinking, improving how we work, and creating space for new ideas and experiences to shape better outcomes—for our people, our partners, and the environments we help bring fresh air to.

Putting people first is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to fostering a workplace rooted in fairness, belonging, and mutual respect, where everyone has equitable access to opportunity, development, and support. Our focus is on creating an employee experience where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to do meaningful work that has real human impact.

Oxygen8 does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or exclusion of any kind. We are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive environment where differences are respected and where every team member can thrive—because fresh air always starts with people.