Production Supervisor

Interfor; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-Term Incentive Bonus

3 weeks vacation

RRSP matching

Employee Share Purchase Program

Employer-paid medical and dental

Job summary

Interfor is seeking a Production Supervisor for its Sault Ste. Marie I-Joist Mill. In this leadership role, you will drive operational excellence by leading a team, ensuring safety, and improving production processes.

With a competitive salary range of $85,000 – $100,000 CAD, you'll also enjoy benefits like a Short-Term Incentive Bonus, vacation, and RRSP matching. Join a culture that values integrity and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and support teams in a fast-paced environment.
• 3+ years in sawmill, planer, or related operations; at least 1 year supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with lumber manufacturing, machine maintenance, and process optimization is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety standards and ensure compliance across operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and maximize product quality.
• Oversee manufacturing quality to meet specifications and customer expectations.
• Engage and support production and maintenance workers to achieve targets.
• Foster open communication and support excellence throughout the team.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Production Supervisor, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Step into a leadership rolewhere you’ll drive operational excellence and shape the future of millproduction. As Production Supervisor, you’ll lead a team and play a key role in the safety, quality, and performance of our Sault Ste. Marie I-Joist Mill. You’ll engage and develop your team, improve production processes, and collaborate across the business to deliver strong operational results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What We Offer

Interfor offers a competitive salary based on experience, skills, andqualifications, with an expected range of $85,000 – $100,000 (CAD) peryear. We’re committed to creating careers where employees can contribute, grow,and thrive. In addition to base pay, you’ll enjoy:

• Short-Term Incentive Bonus
• 3 weeks vacation to start
• RRSP matching
• Employee Share Purchase Program matching
• Employer-paid medical and dentalcoverage

What You’ll Do

• Safety: Champion safety standards, lead by example, and ensure compliance across all operations.
• Performance: Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce costs, and maximize product quality and recovery.
• Quality: Oversee manufacturing quality, ensuring products meet specifications and customer expectations.
• Teamwork: Engage and support production and maintenance workers to achieve targets and address challenges.
• Culture: Foster open communication and support excellence throughout the team.

What You Offer

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and support teams in a fast-paced environment; strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience: 3 years in sawmill, planer, or related operations (preferred), with at least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Technical: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; computer competency, especially in Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with lumber manufacturing, machine maintenance, and process optimization is an asset.

Who We Are

At Interfor, our culture is built on integrity, respect, and collaboration. Webelieve in empowering employees, fostering career development, and operatingsustainably to support both our people and our planet. Learn more at interfor.com.

Sault Ste. Marie is a dynamic city on the shores of the St. Marys River, offeringstunning waterfront views and year-round outdoor recreation. Residents enjoyaffordable housing, strong educational institutions, and a growing economysupported by forestry and manufacturing. With its rich cultural heritage andaccess to nature, “the Soo” is perfect for those seeking a balanced lifestyle.

We appreciate the interestof all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will becontacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete apre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protectedveteran status, or disability.