Production Supervisor

Stella-Jones Inc.; Candiac; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental coverage

Life insurance and AD&D

Disability coverage (short/long-term)

Annual Bonus Program

RRSP with company match (150% of 4%)

Company Share Purchase Program (25% SP

Job summary

Stella-Jones Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to drive daily production plans, ensure quality and safety compliance, and lead a team in a unionized steel environment.

The role focuses on KPI monitoring, problem solving, and workforce planning to meet weekly/monthly targets. The successful candidate will have DEC or bachelor’s in a related field, 3–5 years of supervision experience, and proficiency in SAP/Dayforce, with bilingual English/French communication.

Qualifications

• College diploma (DEC) or bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, operations management, project management, or related fields.
• 3 to 5 years of experience supervising personnel in a unionized environment.
• Experience in the steel industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review, update, and analyze daily key production performance indicators.
• Lead team leads and mobilize resources to meet production plans within quality, time, and budget constraints.
• Plan workforce needs daily and coordinate with other departments to ensure realistic production schedules.
• Monitor absenteeism and overtime; approve hours for payroll; participate in onboarding and training.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean knowledge

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

DEC or bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering/operations management/project management

Tools

SAP

Dayforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact.

Position Summary:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for delivering production plans according to quality requirements, timelines, and budgets within their assigned departments. They provide the necessary support to the team (team leads) and mobilize resources to achieve objectives and drive continuous improvement within their area. They ensure compliance with health and safety (H&S) policies, the top priority, and support the optimal development of their team based on operational needs. They promote the development and adherence to manufacturing methods and standards.

Daily Execution Control:

Review, update, and analyze daily key production performance indicators

Review results with team leads during Gemba Walks

Analyze KPI trends to guide problem-solving and improvement activities (primarily on a weekly basis)

Monitor work progress against weekly and monthly production estimates

Take proactive action to avoid production delays and shop floor backlog

Adjust and approve timesheets, delays, absences, and overtime during the week and weekends as needed

Planning:

Plan workforce needs on a daily basis (vacations, unexpected absences, overtime, coordination with other departments, etc.)

Ensure daily/weekly production planning is realistic, resolve related issues, and contribute to longer-term planning

Participate in various operational meetings (H&S, production meetings, problem-solving, Gemba, etc.)

Ensure proper production start-up and information transfer between shifts (day/evening/night)

Ensure optimal allocation of resources

Manage employees in cases of temporary assignments (CNESST)

Manage and approve vacation requests in collaboration with HR and the Planner

People Management and Administration:

Monitor absenteeism (ensure absences are recorded in the system, including sick leave) and ensure punctuality

Track overtime, ensuring it is pre-approved based on operational needs

Approve hours in the system for payroll processing

Participate in onboarding and training of new employees according to the integration plan

Apply disciplinary measures and meet with employees while respecting collective agreement rules

Lead or participate in workplace accident investigations in collaboration with HR and the H&S Coordinator

The tasks listed above are not exhaustive. In performing their duties, the employee may be required to carry out any other related tasks aligned with their role and capabilities.

Requirements and Qualifications:

College diploma (DEC) or bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, operations management, project management, or related fields

3 to 5 years of experience supervising personnel in a unionized environment

Experience in the steel industry (major asset)

Strong analytical and synthesis skills, initiative, sense of responsibility, teamwork, attention to detail, and precision

Strong leadership skills, positive attitude, good listening skills, and sound judgment

Strong interpersonal skills

Results-oriented

Ability to work under pressure and high stress tolerance

Lean knowledge (asset)

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office

Knowledge of SAP and Dayforce (asset)

Good understanding of health and safety laws and regulations

Bilingual in English and French (spoken and written) to ensure effective communication with unilingual employees and other North American plants

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Competitive compensation
• Annual Bonus Program
• Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
• Company Share Purchase Program with 25% Company contribution match

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.