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The Operations

Supervisor is a first-line people leader responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution of a defined value stream.

The Operations

Supervisor ensures that all teams operate safely, meet takt time and schedule targets, and deliver high-quality output in alignment with KPIs. This role manages multiple Team Leads and Operators and partners closely with the Operations Manager to identify constraints, support continuous improvement, and maintain flow across the work center. This position requires 100% in-office presence in our Surrey offices and does not offer work from home.

The regular shift time will be 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM. Lead daily execution of production activities in the assigned work center to meet or exceed safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency targets. ~ escalate risks to production targets to the Operations Manager. ~ Monitor and track performance against key metrics (output, defects, rework, attendance, downtime) and lead Tier 2 daily management meetings. ~ Coordinate with Planning, Materials, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure work center readiness (materials, tools, documents, etc.). ~ Enforce safety protocols, 5S practices, standard work, and compliance with operational policies. ~ Support onboarding, cross-training, and upskilling of team members in partnership with Learning & Development. ~ Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action implementation for issues impacting quality, delivery, or safety. Bachelor’s in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering,



Supply Chain or a related degree. 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, including 1+ years in a formal or informal leadership role. ~ Experience with takt time, standard work, visual management, and daily tier meetings. ~ Proficiency in basic digital tools (ERP, Excel, production dashboards). ~ Coaching & performance management ~ Root cause analysis (5 Whys, fishbone, etc.) ~ Understanding of Lean, 5S, and visual factory principles Ability to prioritize in a rapid-paced production environment Compensation actually offered for this role will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. [Compensation Range: CAD $38.46 - $55.30/hr] Plus Shift Premium At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

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📌 Operations Shift Supervisor - Afternoon Shift (Surrey)
🏢 Industrial Electric Manufacturing
📍 Surrey