Production Supervisor

Summit Search Group; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hiring firm in Winnipeg is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations in a manufacturing setting. Key responsibilities include ensuring production schedules are met, maintaining food safety standards, and leading initiatives to enhance productivity. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience supervising unionized workers, with a focus on Lean Manufacturing principles. This role emphasizes accountability, coaching, and safety culture within a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience supervising unionized workers.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular meetings with employees for feedback and setting performance expectations.
• Assist Manufacturing Manager in production planning and employee scheduling.
• Track and analyze labor and material usage for corrective actions.
• Lead initiatives for waste reduction and productivity improvement.
• Participate in safety committees and contribute to R&D initiatives.

Skills

Supervising unionized workers

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

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The Position:

The Production Supervisor oversees daily operations in a unionized manufacturing setting, ensuring production stays on schedule, within budget, and meets food safety and quality standards. This role enforces health, safety, and environmental protocols while serving as a key communication bridge between workers and management to achieve organizational objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular meetings with employees to offer constructive feedback, recognize achievements, and establish clear performance expectations aligned with organizational objectives. Foster a culture of accountability and growth through ongoing coaching and support.
• Work closely with the Manufacturing Manager to plan and oversee weekly production activities. Ensure optimal staffing levels by assisting with employee scheduling to meet production demands while minimizing labor inefficiencies.
• Track and analyze labor and material usage to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions. Maintain strict adherence to QA, GMP, and food safety standards, while preparing and delivering detailed daily performance reports.
• Lead initiatives aimed at reducing waste, minimizing downtime, and improving overall productivity. Champion continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for innovation and guiding teams through the implementation process.
• Actively participate in safety committees, sustainability improvement teams, and energy reduction projects. Contribute to research and development (R&D) initiatives, including testing and refining formulas to support product innovation and improvement.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience supervising unionized workers.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities and mechanical aptitude.

Summit Search Group has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. We strive for continuous development, modeling, inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias throughout our process.