Production Supervisor

Aliaxis; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IPEX, based in Edmonton, is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee shift-based manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and productivity, and lead cross-functional teams. The role emphasizes coaching, performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives within the Production Department.

The successful candidate will manage schedules, monitor KPIs, and partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Process teams to meet production goals while ensuring ISO and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, ideally in a safety-focused production environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental practices in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily shift operations with safety, quality, productivity, and output targets.
• Execute production schedules, optimize labour use and machine performance.
• Lead shift-transition meetings to communicate priorities and updates.
• Monitor KPIs, downtime, scrap rates, and performance metrics.
• Coach, mentor, and develop production associates through training and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Decision making

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Team management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Production Supervisor

Edmonton, AB

At IPEX , the leader in thermoplastic piping systems, we are redefining the future of water management and clean energy. As part of the Aliaxis family, we combine global strength with local expertise to tackle the world’s toughest challenges. Guided by our values – We Dare, We Care, We Deliver – we challenge the status quo to make a meaningful impact. If you’re an innovative collaborator ready to make a difference, come join us in shaping a better tomorrow!

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee all aspects of production operations for an assigned shift. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, high-quality manufacturing while leading, coaching, and developing production employees. The Production Supervisor partners with cross‑functional teams to meet production goals, drive continuous improvement, and support talent development within the Production Department.

What You Will Do

• Supervise daily shift operations and ensure safety, quality, productivity, and output targets are achieved.


• Execute production schedules while optimizing labour utilization and machine performance.


• Lead shift‑transition and pre‑shift meetings to communicate priorities and operational updates.


• Monitor production KPIs, downtime, scrap rates, and performance metrics using manufacturing systems and reports.


• Troubleshoot operational issues and coordinate with Maintenance, Tooling, Quality, and Process teams.


• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, documentation requirements, and audit readiness.


• Manage departmental expenditures and provide regular performance reporting .

Leadership & People Development

• Coach, mentor, and develop production associates through training and performance management.


• Conduct evaluations, succession planning, and employee development activities.


• Support recruitment, hiring, onboarding, orientation, and certification processes.


• Build a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Health, Safety & Environmental Leadership

• Champion a zero‑injury safety culture and promote proactive hazard reporting.


• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, ISO 9001 requirements, and internal standards.


• Support incident investigations, corrective actions, inspections, and JHSC activities.


• Lead 5S initiatives and contribute to environmental sustainability goals.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead initiatives that improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance.


• Perform root‑cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
  
• Support management-of-change reviews and standardized work practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.


• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.


• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, ideally within a safety‑focused production environment.


• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental practices in manufacturing.


• Experience with plastics fabrication, or related processes preferred.


• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and decision‑making skills.


• Demonstrated problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis capabilities.


• Experience with conflict resolution

Key Competencies

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving


• People Leadership & Coaching


• Continuous Improvement Mindset


• Operational Excellence


• Communication & Collaboration


• Technical Manufacturing Knowledge

Working Environment

This position operates within a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to machinery, industrial noise, chemicals, raw materials, powered industrial vehicles, and varying production demands. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. The role may also require lifting up to 50 lbs and extended periods spent on the production floor.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on manufacturing leader who is passionate about safety, employee development, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. You will have a direct impact on production performance, team engagement, and organizational success.

IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [e-mail]