Production Supervisor

Tolko-Industries-Lt; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Bonus program

Excellent benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Tolko in Kamloops, British Columbia is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead production teams and drive safety, quality, and efficiency in a 24/7 operation. The role focuses on guiding crews of 15–20, meeting targets, and coordinating activities across departments.

You will hire, train and develop staff, while maintaining a strong safety culture and adapting to varying temperatures. Tolko offers relocation support, bonus programs, and excellent retirement and benefits.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Veneer and Plywood production is preferred.
• Post-secondary education in forestry, business, engineering or related field would be an asset.
• Strong labour relations and people skills.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation and communication skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and enforcing safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead Production Teams: supervise a team of 15–20; set expectations and ensure safe, proactive production.
• Meet Production Targets: monitor schedules and adjust to meet forecasts safely.
• Coordinate Production Activities: oversee processes, shifts, and workflow across departments.
• Employment and Development: hire, train, evaluate performance, foster growth.
• Work in Various Temperatures: indoor work with exposure to external temps.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Veneer production

Plywood production

People skills

Workplace safety

Education

Forestry

Business

Engineering

Job description

Tolko’s Production Supervisors are a driving force behind our day-to-day success. They engage teams, keep employees safe and operations running smoothly! If you’re a leader at heart, have manufacturing experience and want to make a real impact, come join us!

We’re looking for a Production Supervisor to join our Heffley Creek division, located in Kamloops, British Columbia. With approximately 250 employees, Heffley Creek Division produces plywood and veneer products, safely and sustainably while producing approximately 180 million square feet of plywood and 28 million square feet of veneer per year, for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Three to five years of supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Veneer and Plywood production is preferred.
• Post-secondary education in forestry, business, engineering or related field would be an asset.
• Strong labour relations and people skills.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation and effective communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, including enforcing safety regulations and policies, proactively identifying and mitigating hazards, and fostering a safety-first culture.
• Responsible for leading weekly safety meetings to reinforce key safety messages and ensure team alignment.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends as we are a 24/7 operation.
• As we are not located in an area that is transit accessible individuals must have reliable means of getting to and from work.
• As part of our onboarding process, successful candidate will be required to undergo an Alcohol and Drug pre-screening.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role you will:

• Lead Production Teams: Supervise and lead a team of production personnel, crews of approximately 15-20 people. Ensure they deliver quality production activities in a safe and proactive manner. This involves providing direction, setting expectations, and ensuring effective communication among team members.
• Meet Production Targets: Ensure that all production targets and schedules are met as forecasted. Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures. Meeting production targets is crucial. You’ll need to monitor production schedules, track progress, and make adjustments as needed to achieve production goals efficiently.
• Coordinate Production Activities: Coordinating various production activities is essential. This includes overseeing production processes, scheduling shifts, and ensuring smooth workflow across different departments.
• Employment and Development: As a supervisor, you’ll be involved in hiring, training, and developing production staff. This includes conducting performance evaluations, identifying training needs, and fostering employee growth.
• Work in Various Temperatures: Be prepared to work in a variety of temperatures, as the role involves mostly indoor work but may also require exposure to external temperatures.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You'll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $80,250.00 - $107,000 per year.
• You'll be eligible to participate in Tolko’s bonus program.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 70 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here!

About Kamloops

Kamloops is located in the interior of British Columbia in the scenic Thompson Valley. It is a vibrant city with a population of over 98,000 people. Kamloops is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including mountains, lakes, and rivers, making it an ideal place for hiking, biking, fishing, and skiing. The region has 80 municipal and provincial parks, 13 golf courses, and a world class ski resort. Kamloops offers all amenities including affordable housing, safe neighborhoods, a thriving arts culture, and excellent schools. Visit Kamloops Tourism to learn about the community and find out why life is better here.