Reports ToOperations ManagerSummaryProduction Supervisors are responsible for leading and coordinating all production related activities and personnel within their area of supervision. The Production Supervisor shall ensure that Meridian's protected work procedures are followed, quality standards are met, production expectations are communicated and completed on time, and people are strategically placed to create optimum efficiency.Core CompetenciesLeadershipTeam WorkCommunicationDecision Making and JudgementTime ManagementQuality OrientationPlanning and OrganizingProblem SolvingResult FocusAccountability and DependabilityEthics and IntegrityCoaching and MentoringStaff ManagementEnforcing Laws, Rules and RegulationsMathematical ReasoningDevelopment and Continual LearningJob Duties (other duties may be assigned)SafetyOversee and enforce safety and health regulations and ensure personal protective equipment (PPE) is being worn correctly in departmentReview, and sign-off on incident reportsEnsure the Secure Work Procedure (SWP) is being followed and enforced by the Line Leader.QualityEnsure product quality inspections are being completed accuratelyReview re-work hours and develop ways to reduce product quality errorsReview and follow-up on Non-Compliance Reports (NCR)Monitor training and quality programs in department and implement ways to improve product quality metricsPeopleMonitor and assess employee performance,



attendance and quality of workConduct bi-weekly Employee Performance meetings with Line Leader to discuss strength areas and improvement areas for the line employeesConduct and complete employee performance reviewsWork with Human Resources to interview and select new employees for the departmentConduct and document employee disciplinary meetingsHandle employee time-off requestsDirect and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production of or processing of work orders, e.G. welders, fabricators, finishers, assemblers, etc.Confer with management or team members to resolve worker questions or concernsEnsure new employees receive proper and timely trainingMeet with new employees to conduct the Production Supervisor and Employee Expectation ConversationFollow-up, oversee and direct the work of the Line LeaderProductionWork with other Production Supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within and between departmentsWork with Line Leaders to ensure an efficient process flow, employee placement, and takt time is metEnsure new employees received proper training as requiredRead and analyze work orders, production schedules, and other records / reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs over the next weekWork proactively to ensure 'bottlenecks' do not occur,



or are minimized to ensure efficient production level are maintainedEnsure equipment is functioning and the maintenance department is notified of needed repairsEnsure Substitution reports are provided in a timely manner to Inventory ControlEnsure that all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are adhered to for each area and updated regularly to reflect current processes.Review the Bin/Conveyor Defects report and follow-up with needed corrective actionsRequirementsKnowledge of welding processes or experience in managing a welding manufacturing environment.Experience with MRP software an asset.CWB certification is preferred.CWB Supervisor certification is preferred.Journeyperson is preferredHigh school diploma, GED or equivalentFive (5) years minimum experience in production, preferably in a leadership roleLeadership education and trainingKeen understanding of production operation flowsKnowledge of local and federal safety regulations and ordinancesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to keep/maintain accurate recordsSuperior interpersonal skillsStrong written, verbal, and computer skills to communicate with all levels of the organizationFirst Aid skills and/or certificates an assetAbility to work overtime, some Saturdays (as needed), and flexibility with working days or evenings.Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products an asset, i.E. Excel and WordWork ConditionsAbility to use desktop computer and peripheralsOvertime as requiredManual dexterity required to move throughout the production areaMeridian Manufacturing Inc., supports employees and candidates by providing reasonable accommodations in the workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

📌 Production Supervisor (Regina)
🏢 WGI Westman Group
📍 Regina