Production Supervisor – Swing Shift

SmartLam Technologies Group; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartLam North America in Columbia Falls, MT seeks a Production Supervisor to manage machine center operators, oversee shift production of CLT components, and ensure safety and quality.

You will lead teams, coordinate with project managers and maintenance, drive continuous improvement, and participate in hiring and development while maintaining schedule, budget, and high standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years supervising a diverse manufacturing team.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience training employees in safety procedures.
• Proficient with MS Office and ability to learn new programs.
• Understanding of manufacturing and SOPs.
• Ability to meet production targets on time.

Responsibilities

• Leads, trains, and develops machine center operators and support staff to build effective, engaged, and high-performing production teams
• Communicates production status, scheduling, and priorities with Project Managers and Plant Leadership
• Supports equipment reliability and minimizes downtime with Maintenance Team
• Ensures safe, efficient production with high quality at all times
• Participates in hiring, retention, and performance management
• Addresses employee concerns and maintains accountability

Skills

Manufacturing know-how

People leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Safety training

MS Office

Problem solving

Learning ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or college degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Department: Production
Reporting to: Production Manager
Position: Full Time / Exempt
Location: Columbia Falls, MT
Salary:TBD
Travel: None

Description:

The Production Supervisor manages all operators and production activities on the plant floor during their designated shift. He/she is responsible for meeting shift targets for scheduled production of CLT and related components. This role will be the direct supervisor for each operator at each machine center, with >90% of his/her time spent on the factory floor overseeing operations and lending guidance and support where needed. The Production Supervisor contributes to the success of SmartLam North America by ensuring scheduled work is produced on-time, within budgetary constraints, with the highest quality and uncompromising safety.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads, trains, and develops machine center operators and support staff to build effective, engaged, and high-performing production teams
• Creates a positive and accountable team culture through clear communication, coaching, recognition, and hands-on leadership
• Operates with transparency and professionalism, earning trust at all levels through consistent communication and actions
• Ensures operators have the information, tools, training, and resources necessary to safely meet production and quality expectations
• Motivate employees to achieve production goals while maintaining strong morale, teamwork, and operational focus
• Communicates effectively with Project Managers, Maintenance, and Plant Leadership regarding production status, scheduling, operational priorities, and potential risks
• Quickly identifies and raises awareness of quality, safety, equipment, or schedule concerns that could impact production or customers
• Maintains strong collaboration with the Maintenance Team to support equipment reliability and minimize downtime
• Ensures production is carried out safely, efficiently, and with a high standard of quality at all times
• Promotes and enforces all safety policies and procedures while maintaining a safe working environment through leadership and accountability
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and cost reduction, and supports implementation of improvement initiatives
• Support recruiting, retention, and performance management by participating in hiring, fostering a positive work environment, and implementing employee development plans.
• Addresses employee concerns and resolves problems in a fair, constructive, and professional manner
• Maintains strong personal attendance and accountability standards while holding team members to the same expectations

Required Skills & Experience:

• Technical working knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment, both mechanical and electrical.
• Must have 3+ years of experience supervising a diverse team in a manufacturing environment, preferably wood processing.
• High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical or College degree preferred.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate a diverse production team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Required organizational skills in time management, attention to detail, and multitasking
• Experience in training employees in safety and operational procedures.
• Working knowledge of computers and MS Office Suite and ability to learn new programs with ease.
• Skilled in maintaining a well-balanced workplace and addressing personnel issues effectively.
• Ability to obtain an understanding of product standards including APA-PRG-320
• Ability to obtain an understanding of all manufacturing and related SOPs associated with their supervisory duties
• Demonstrates effectiveness in high-pressure situations while meeting tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated and operates with minimal supervision.
• Capable of fostering a positive work environment.
• Trained in health and safety areas such as first aid, CPR, AED (willing to train)

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Regularly lift and/or move unaided up to 60 pounds and exert force of up to 100 pounds to lift or move objects with the aid of a manual lifting device. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. The employee is regularly exposed to wood dust, moving equipment, vibration, exposed to glue, and material kickback. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Equal Employment Opportunity: SmartLam North America is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. This applies to all employment practices, and the company is committed to maintaining compliance with applicable laws and preventing interference with employees’ ability to perform their duties.