Production Supervisor, Millwork

On Time Manufacturing; Brantford; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

On Time Manufacturing is seeking a Production Supervisor for Millwork to lead daily operations, ensure production schedules are met, and champion safety and quality across the team.

The role requires supervising and mentoring operators, coordinating with quality assurance, and maintaining accurate production records while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' production experience in millwork, door, assembly, paint application inspection, or labour.
• 2+ years in a lead capacity.
• Managerial experience is an asset.
• Experience in construction, carpentry, trim, paint, or manufacturing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of operators.
• Monitor processes for safety and quality control compliance.
• Inspect finished products and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain production records including inventory and quality metrics.
• Collaborate with QA teams to develop and implement standards.
• Train new team members in best practices and safety protocols.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and oversee maintenance to minimize downtime.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Quality control

Safety awareness

Manufacturing processes

Production scheduling

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

CNC

Forklift

Pallet jack

Measuring tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION – PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR, MILLWORK

JOB STATEMENT:

Reporting to the Mill Manager, the Production Supervisor, is responsible for leading the daily manufacturing processes to maximize the production ensuring the timely fill rate for customers.Implementing the production schedule, the Production Supervisor, Millwork, is a safety conscious leader accountable for achieving productivity KPIs (key performance indicators) through successfully supervising and coordinating departmental team members with high regard for quality standards and material efficiency.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of operators, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Monitor processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality control procedures.
• Conduct regular inspections of finished products to identify defects and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain accurate production records, including inventory tracking, quality metrics, and team performance.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to develop and implement standards.
• Train new team members in best practices and safety protocols.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and oversee maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Evaluate team performance and provide feedback to enhance skills and productivity.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to coordinate production needs and resolve any issues.

• Supervise, coordinate, and schedule activities of workers who assemble, fabricate, paint and inspect products.
• Implement production schedule using information provided by Mill Manager and establish methods to meet work schedules.
• Resolve work and production problems within the boundaries of the position; escalating to Mill Manager as appropriate.
• Identify and provide recommendations to improve productivity and product quality.
• Requisition materials and coordinate receiving materials for business unit.
• Prepare production progress reports for submission to Mill Manager.
• Performs ad-hoc projects as directed by the Mill Manager.

Supervision:

• Provides support to the Mill Manager.
• Train workers in job duties, processes, and policies.
• Assist Mill Manager in coaching and developing departmental staff.
• Complies and enforces all Company policies and procedures.
• Manage efficient use of company materials.
• Accountable for efficient quality control/cost management.
• Accountable for performance management of subordinates including, but not limited to, performance standards, participating in annual performance reviews, and mill operation targets established by management.
• Recommend personnel for promotions and participates in the hiring process as necessary.
• Chair and participate in necessary department meetings including, but not limited to, 1:1 meetings.
• Participates in ongoing training and leadership development initiatives and programs.

Work Environment:

Production floor, manufacturing

Tools:

CNC, Forklift, Pallet Truck, Pump Jack, Calculator, Hand tools.

Experience:

• 5+ years’ production experience in millwork, door, assembly, paint application inspection, or labour.
• 2+ years’ production experience in a lead capacity.
• Previous managerial experience with personnel responsibilities is an asset.
• Previous industry related experience in construction, carpentry, trim, paint and manufacturing considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Attributes:

• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and/or models.
• Knowledge of safe work practices including the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Quality control analysis skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Monitoring and coordination skills.
• Problem solving and problem sensitivity skills.
• Organizing, planning, and prioritizing work
• High attention to detail.
• Dependability – reliable, responsible, and fulfills obligations.
• Stress tolerance and self-control– the ability to deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
• Information ordering – the ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.