Production Supervisor Aluminum Panels

Triumph Roofing and Sheet Metal; Midland; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and manufacturing company in Midland, Ontario is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations of large format aluminum wall assemblies. The role involves planning production schedules, ensuring quality and safety standards, and developing a skilled production team. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, 5+ years in manufacturing, and 2+ years of supervisory experience. This position offers the opportunity to lead in a dynamic and precision-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in curtain wall, window wall, or aluminum glazing systems.
• 2+ years of supervisory or lead-hand experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of aluminum wall assembly and glazing methods.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day manual assembly activities for aluminum wall systems.
• Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet project timelines.
• Ensure all assemblies meet engineering drawings and specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical diploma or trade certification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor for PrimeWall is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations for large format insulated aluminum wall assemblies complete to windows, doors, and cladding complete, which are produced through manual processes. This role ensures production targets, quality standards, safety requirements, and delivery schedules are met while leading and developing a skilled team in a precision-driven environment. The supervisor coordinates labor, materials, and workflows across aluminum framing, glazing, cladding, and finishing stations.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Operations

• Supervise day-to-day manual assembly activities for aluminum wall systems.
• Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet project timelines and shipping commitments.
• Monitor workflow and labor efficiency to optimize throughput.
• Ensure materials, drawings, and tools are available before production starts.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, logistics, and project management teams.

Quality Control

• Ensure all assemblies meet engineering drawings, specifications, and building codes.
• Enforce quality checkpoints during framing, glazing, and cladding processes.
• Identify non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce rework and defects.

Health & Safety

• Enforce all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety inspections.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and safe manual handling of aluminum components and glass.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action planning.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and supervise production staff, including leads and assemblers.
• Assign tasks and balance labor based on skill level and workload.
• Conduct performance reviews and support employee development and training.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and safety-focused work culture.

Reporting & Communication

• Track daily production metrics (output, labor hours, scrap, rework).
• Provide regular production updates to plant leadership.
• Maintain clear shift handover communication.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required; technical diploma or trade certification preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in curtain wall, window wall, or aluminum glazing systems.
• 2+ years of supervisory or lead-hand experience in a manufacturing environment.

Technical Knowledge

• Understanding of aluminum wall assembly and glazing methods.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and production documentation.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is an asset.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with basic production reporting tools (ERP/MRP experience an asset).

Physical & Work Environment Requirements3>

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, and supervise on the production floor for extended periods.
• Frequent manual handling of aluminum frames and glass panels.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production output vs. schedule.
• Quality metrics (defects, rework, returns).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production output vs. schedule.
• Quality metrics (defects, rework, returns).
• Safety performance (incidents, near misses).
• Labor efficiency and overtime control.
• On-time delivery.