Production Supervisor

jci; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays & vacation

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Zero Harm safety policy

Job summary

Johnson Controls Canada, a division of Silent-Aire, seeks a manufacturing supervisor to lead production and operations teams of 50-75 employees in Edmonton. You will ensure production schedules are created and completed on time, safely, and within budget.

You will develop and implement short-, medium-, and long-term operational plans, manage staffing, analyze performance gaps, drive EHS, and champion continuous improvement using JBS tools to improve SQDC metrics and team performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing or Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership experience (min. 3 years) in a supervisory or indirect role.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end manufacturing operations (planning, material flow, logistics).
• Ability to lead teams using KPIs and data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency with JBS/Lean tools (Standard Work, 5S, Kaizen).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement short, medium, and long-term operational plans to meet schedule adherence and OTD targets.
• Manage staffing, time & attendance, and resource allocation for delivery and throughput.
• Diagnose performance gaps, perform root-cause analysis, and implement CAPAs.
• Champion EHS through safety observations, training, and remediation of unsafe conditions.
• Ensure compliance with quality, customer, and regulatory standards and maintain audit readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement using JBS tools to improve SQDC metrics.
• Lead, coach, and develop the team with clear expectations and goals.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

KPIs

Continuous improvement

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Manufacturing or Engineering

Tools

JBS/Lean tools

Job description

About Us

Silent-Aire, a division of Johnson Controls, is a global leader in owner equipment manufacturing (OEM) dedicated to providing custom solutions for data center customers. Our product line includes large-scale equipment such as air handling units and modular data centers. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and delivering tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs.

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!

As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience that is focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer

• Competitive Pay

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Retirement Savings Plan, Extended Health Care, Dental,and Vision

• Paid holidays, paid vacation days, and paid sick time

• Career Advancement Opportunities across Business Units and Geographies

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do

You will be responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of production and operation workers (approximately 50-75 employees), such as assemblers, inspectors, precision workers, machine operators, fabricators, and plant and system operators while ensuring that production schedules are created and completed on time, safely, and within budget.

How you will do it

• Develop and implement short, medium, and long-term operational plans that align with production requirements and organizational priorities to meet schedule adherence and On‑Time Delivery (OTD) targets.

• Manage staffing, time & attendance, and resource allocation to support delivery and throughput.

• Diagnose performance gaps (e.g., OTD disruptions), perform root‑cause analysis, and implement sustainable CAPAs.

• Champion EHS through proactive safety observations, training, and timely resolution of unsafe conditions/behaviors.

• Ensure compliance with applicable quality, customer, and regulatory standards and maintain audit readiness.

• Drive continuous improvement using JBS tools (Standard Work, Daily Management, Gemba, 5S, Kaizen) to improve SQDC metrics.

• Lead, coach, and develop the team: set expectations, define measurable goals, and build accountability and high performance.

What we look for

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Educational background in Manufacturing or Engineering, (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing,) preferred.

• Proven leadership experience (min. 3 years) in a supervisory or indirect leadership role.

• Strong understanding of end‑to‑end manufacturing operations, including planning, material flow, logistics, and supply chain processes.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams using KPIs, structured performance systems, and data‑driven decision‑making.

• Proficiency in JBS/Lean tools (e.g., Standard Work, 5S, Kaizen, problem-solving) combined with strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments.

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HIRING SALARY RANGE: $71,000-96,000 CAD (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, andabilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes acompetitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers siteat https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.