Production Supervisor - Afternoon shift

The Opportunity

BRC is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our extraordinary and growing team as a Production Supervisor to supervise our team of Production workers in the Afternoon shift, as well as the day-to-day activities of production in the shift at our location in Georgetown, ON. BRC is a modern office furniture manufacturer, focused on creating meaningful and inspirational workplace experiences. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with BRC's motivated and engaging Team, where inclusivity, diversity, and positive work experiences is our top priority.

Position Summary

The Supervisor is responsible for leading, motivating and coaching a team of production workers, and coordinating and supervising the day-to-day activities of a production team to ensure that by the end of each shift they have collectively achieved their production schedule objectives and have met quality standards in an efficient, effective and timely manner in accordance with Health and Safety, Quality, Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement standards, policies and procedures. In addition, they are responsible for providing manufacturing guidelines and direction for all products.

Responsibilities

• Plan and establish daily work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet daily production targets.
• Lead, motivate and coach production team members to ensure quality standards and production schedule objectives are met in a timely and efficient manner
• Report and share frequent and unsolicited feedback to the Production Manager to communicate updated happenings in the department(s) as they occur
• Independently find solutions for departmental problems that arise in a timely manner.
• Communicate/Report up challenges to the Production Manager
• Manage production output as per the plan of the Production Planner and Production Manager
• Manage Workforce Efficiency ($/Mh) + monitor overtime hours
• Monitor productivity throughout the shift and adjust tasks, timing, equipment set-up, or input so that production specifications are met, and resources are used efficiently
• Prepare production reports on a timely basis
• Proactively manage poor performance in accordance with policies and procedures
• Ultimately responsible for the Quality output of the department
• Work in cooperation with the Quality department to conduct root-cause analysis and to improve quality overall.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, guidelines, and BRC policies. Ensure all Team Members are working safely
• Maintain compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WSIB protocols, and other health and safety regulations, as necessary
• Ensure all staff are trained and cross-trained in various roles and responsibilities
• Actively engage in the hiring process for new Team Members.
• Implement 5S initiatives
• Support Team Leaders and Team Members in the implementation of new products through regular meetings and training
• Provide support to team members as required
  
  
  

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To be able to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A minimum of secondary school diploma; ideally has a college diploma and/or a Supervisory Certificate.
• A minimum of three (3) years of Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a furniture or store fixture environment.
• A minimum of three (3) years of production experience within BRC or relevant experience working in a similar environment and position
• Proficiency in use of hand tools
• Knowledge of the manufacturing operations and techniques including Lean, 5S. Ideally, knowledgeable of an ERP system and aware how MRP functions and its relation to scheduling
• Proficient with computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Ideally, knowledgeable of ERP/Database programs.
• Proven ability to focus on the Customer and act with the Customer in mind; value importance of providing high-quality products on a timely basis
• Ability to achieve results and perform work with energy and drive
• Knowledge of Product quality and good production methods
• Knowledge of warehouse safety regulations and practices in a warehouse setting to ensure a safe and secure working environment
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment, such as Forklifts, Pallet jacks, and Hand trucks. Asset: Valid Forklift License
• Ability to lift materials up to 50 pounds and to carry, move, manipulate and/or position them and to move, bend, twist or maintain awkward body positions while performing work
• Good hand and eye co-ordination and muscular control sufficient to operate tools or equipment and to see closely and/or listen intently in order to achieve very detailed results and/or detect flaws or errors
• Ability to perform under pressure and work in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
  

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Compensation package offering $65,000 to $73,000
• Occasional lifting of moderately heavy objects may be required.
• Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computers and peripherals
• Will be required to stand for 8 hours a day
• Hours of Work: 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m
• May be required to work overtime and/ or on weekends, as required.
• Work on site at the Company
• May be exposed to hazards associated with manufacturing.
• May be required to use PPE.
  
  
  

Benefits

• Health Benefits will be available to you, as described in the BRC 2020 Health Benefit Plan
• Inspiring team committed to a diverse, inclusive, and safe workspace
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Various social and recreational activities
• BRC awards a Service award every 5 years
• Some travel may be required