Production Supervisor

Excelitas Technologies Corp.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelitas Technologies Corp. is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor to support the Manufacturing Manager in coordinating production activities and leading a manufacturing team in Mississauga.

You will ensure production schedules, resolve issues, and maintain clear communication across cross-functional groups while driving continuous improvement and adherence to quality standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Post-secondary degree in operations management or a related field.
• Experience with an MRP system including production planning, scheduling, and work orders.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and computer literacy.
• Lean CI / Six Sigma knowledge or certifications (Green/Yellow belt) is an asset.
• Ability to lead a team, work independently, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and prioritize daily/weekly/monthly production plans.
• Lead and develop the manufacturing team; conduct performance reviews.
• Coordinate with management to ensure quality, delivery, and backlog management.
• Drive process improvements and new initiatives in collaboration with technical staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

College or university degree in operations management or related field

Tools

MRP system

Microsoft Office

Job description

ENABLE your future through light. Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors. ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL.

This role supports the Manufacturing Manager in coordinating production activities and directly supervises a manufacturing team. The position ensures production schedules and customer commitments are met by effectively managing resources, resolving technical issues, and maintaining clear communication across teams.

Responsbilities

Production and Operations Support

• Assist Manufacturing Manager with scheduling and prioritizing daily/weekly/monthly production plans
• Work with Manufacturing Manager and Planner to organize human and material resources to meet shipment requirements
• Participate in production meetings and maintain focus on backlog, service, and customer deadlines
• Perform various production control planning responsibilities as required to support operational objectives
• Act on Manufacturer Manager’s behalf in their absence

People Leadership & Development

• Provide ongoing feedback to Manufacturing Manager on team performance; write and deliver performance reviews for direct reports
• Train team members in specific tasks, including product knowledge, processes, and quality requirements
• Work with management to address employee relations issues, including coaching and counseling employees whose performance or conduct does not meet company expectations
• Lead by example and consistently uphold company values, policies, procedures, and workplace standards

Communication & Continuous Improvement

• Communicate daily with management and cross-functional teams regarding production status, quality concerns, risks and operational issues
• Resolve employee relations issues and counsel employees if their work or attitude does not meet company expectations
• Run and participate in tiered accountability meetings. Take ownership and accountability for assigned work areas, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency
• Collaborate with technical staff on process improvements, new process development, and implementation initiatives

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably electronics manufacturing) with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supervisory position
• College or university degree in operations management or related field
• Working experience with an MRP system; including elements of production planning, scheduling, inventory management and work orders creation
• Computer literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Experience in manufacturing, production management, production planning, or supporting manufacturing production planning process.
• Lean CI / Six Sigma experience an asset (Green, Yellow belt certifications)
• Knowledge of planning, scheduling and forecasting principles
• Experience in leading a team and conflict resolution
• Team player who is also capable of working independently and unsupervised
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a diverse workforce
• Ability to work in fast changing environment
• Ability to work under pressure

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Minorities/Females/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation