Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations

JELD-WEN, Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Winnipeg, Canada, is seeking a Group Manager to oversee production teams, ensure safety compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in a manufacturing environment. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Knowledge of windows and doors manufacturing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute production plans to meet targets efficiently.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.
• Monitor team performance and hold employees accountable to goals.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and implement manufacturing processes.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture promotion

Coaching

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Education

Post-secondary education or equivalent management experience

3–5 years of manufacturing leadership experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

UKG Dimensions

Job description

External Job Description

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Group Manager is a front-line leadership role at JELD-WEN’s Winnipeg manufacturing site. This position supports and motivates production teams to meet goals and uphold our high product quality standards. With a focus on safety and continuous improvement, the Group Manager is key to our operational success and team culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute production plans to meet targets efficiently.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.
• Deliver hands-on safety training.
• Monitor team performance and hold employees accountable to goals.
• Support employee development through coaching, training, and feedback.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and implement manufacturing processes.
• Track attendance using the digital timekeeping system.
• Plan labor needs based on production demands.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education or equivalent management experience.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing leadership experience required.
• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of windows and doors manufacturing is an asset.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Willingness to learn hands-on to support training and mentorship.
• Experience with LEAN and Continuous Improvement is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a diverse workplace.
• Strong time management and ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Familiarity with UKG Dimensions or similar timekeeping systems is an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude and ERP/data management experience are assets.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits (health, dental, life insurance).
• Employee & Family Assistance Program.

JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.