Production Supervisor

Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Education assistance for skill growth

Retirement savings program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Atlantic Packaging is seeking a Production Supervisor in Hamilton to lead a unionized team at the Hannon Corrugated plant, reporting to the Department Superintendent. Drive safety, quality, and line efficiencies while building a high-performance culture.

You will schedule labor and equipment, mentor staff, and coordinate maintenance within GMP and safety standards. This role requires strong communication, manufacturing experience, and a hands-on leadership approach.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or equivalent work experience in related discipline.
• Supervisory or operations leadership experience in corrugated packaging is highly desired.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing is required.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performance unionized team to optimize safety, quality, and line efficiency.
• Ensure safety and OHS compliance and PPE usage.
• Maintain quality standards including GMP and support audits.
• Develop plans to meet KPI targets for safety, quality, efficiency and cost.
• Coach and manage performance with regular feedback and teamwork.
• Plan scheduling of labour, equipment, and materials for Corrugated Operations.
• Coordinate maintenance needs and equipment parts.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Enforce safety rules and report incidents timely.
• Provide daily feedback and conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Supervisory experience

High-volume manufacturing

MS Office

Communication

Organization & prioritization

Shifts (rotating)

Education

Post-secondary education or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

“Join us in building Careers and shaping Experiences Beyond the Box”

About Us

At Atlantic Packaging, every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario, Quebec and United States), we’re committed to sustainability, customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945, we’ve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic, your ideas matter, your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Department Superintendent, the Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and developing a high-performance team of unionized workers to optimize safety, product quality and line efficiencies within the Hannon Corrugated plant.

What You’ll Do

• Leading and supervising a team of unionized workers to optimize safety, product quality, and productivity in the Corrugated Operations
• Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with OHS standards; that workers are protected from any hazards and such hazards are identified and controlled; and workers use the prescribed safety equipment
• Maintain and enforce quality standards including food safety (GMP) and good housekeeping protocols; support operations in customer and third-party audits
• Develop plans to ensure annual KPI objectives are achieved for safety, product quality, efficiencies and cost; providing direction and support to continuous improvement initiatives
• Coach and performance manage workers with emphasis on frequent communication, feedback and promoting a high level of teamwork and engagement
• Plan the effective and efficient scheduling of labour, equipment, and material resources for Corrugated Operations
• Provide expertise and direction in the determination of equipment, parts and materials needed and coordinating preventative maintenance needs
• Foster strong relationships and communication with internal and externals departments and stakeholders
• Coach and enforce specific safety rules and behaviours ensuring timely and accurate reporting of accidents / incidents and proactive prevention measures
• Provide daily feedback to workers on performance and conduct performance reviews with direct reports
• Facilitate crew meetings to ensure current safety, quality and production related issues are considered and resolved
• Administration and application of the collective agreement and Company policies/procedures
• Back-up for the position is the Department Superintendent or as designated by the Production Superintendent.
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• Post-secondary education in a related discipline, or equivalent work experience
• Supervisory or operations leadership experience within the Corrugated packaging sector is highly desired
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment is a prerequisite
• Proficient with MS Office applications and systems
• Strong communication, interpersonal and critical thinking skills are essential
• Ability to organize and prioritize essential tasks to achieve results
• Able to work rotating shifts as per operational requirements

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage (dependents included)
• Teamwork-focused culture with sustainability initiatives and social events
• A culture of appreciation through a point-based recognition
• Opportunities for advancement and internal movement
• Education assistance for continuous skill development
• Academic scholarships for employees’ children
• Safety equipment and PPE support program
• Retirement savings and wellness initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Inclusion and Accessibility

Atlantic Packaging is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and respectful environment for all candidates. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team—we’re here to support you.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in joining Atlantic Packaging. While we appreciate the time and effort invested, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please Note

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal and background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Hiring Range : $70,000.00 - $80,000.00per year. A candidate’s experience and knowledge may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy.