POSITION SUMMARY The Production Supervisor ensures work is completed according to schedule, standards are followed, employees are trained and supported, and production issues are resolved in real time. The role acts as a key link between production employees, Lead Hands, Production Planning, Quality, Maintenance, and Management to achieve operational objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Production Execution (Primary Function)

Cutting, drilling, forming

Welding and assembly

Finishing and material handling

Execute production plans provided by Production Planning

Coordinate work assignments through Lead Hands and production employees

Skill level

Workload

Delivery commitments

Montor progress throughout the shift and adjust resources as required

Ensure work is completed

Safely

On time

To specification

At expected productivity levels

Support achievement of daily, weekly and monthly production targets

Hands-On Floor Leadership

Maintain a visible and active presence on the production floor

Provide frontline leadership and support to Lead Hands and operators

Work alongside employees when operational demands require support

Assist with critical operations and production bottlenecks as required

Production issues

Equipment concerns

Quality concerns

Safety issues

Employee issues

Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment

Team Leadership, Training & Performance Management

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop production employees

Support recruitment, onboarding, and orientation of new employees

Coordinate employee training, cross-training, and re-training activities

Ensure employees are trained and competent to safely perform assigned tasks

Conduct regular performance discussions and coaching conversations

Participate in formal performance reviews and development planning

Monitor attendance, productivity, quality performance, and adherence to company policies

Address performance concerns, attendance issues, and behavioural concerns in a timely manner

Provie recognition and support employee development and engagement

Daily Communication & Coordination

Lead daily production meetings and shift-start huddles

Communicate

Production priorities

Safety topics

Quality concerns

Delivery commitments

Operational updates

Coordinate with

Production Manager

Lead Hands

Production Planning

Maintenance

Quality

Engineering

Operational Leadership

Effectively communicate production status, risks, and resource requirements.

Quality Management

Ensure products meet customer requirements, engineering specifications and company quality standards

Drawings

Work Instructions

Weld procedures





Standard operating procedures

verify first-off inspections and in-process quality checks are conducted

Stop production when quality concerns could impact product conformity

Ensure defects and non-conformances are properly documented and addressed

Participate in investigations and corrective actions related to quality concerns

Support continuous improvement of quality performance and reduction of rework

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Enforce all company safety policies and procedures

Ensure proper use of PPE and compliance with safe work practices

Conduct regular workplace inspections and safety observations

Address unsafe conditions and behaviours immediately

Participate in and lead incident, injury and near miss investigations

Support corrective actions and risk reduction initiatives

Promote a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement

Maintain compliance with OHSA requirements and company policies

Productivity & KPI Ownership

Assume accountability for operational performance within assigned areas

Production output

Labour efficiency

Schedule attainment

Rework and scrap

Overtime utilization

Attendance

Safety performance

Identify and remove production barriers

Implement actions to improve efficiency and reduce waste

Support achievement of departmental productivity goals

Problem Solving & Escalation

Identify issues affecting production performance, including:

Equipment breakdowns

Labour shortages

Material shortages

Quality concerns

Scheduling conflicts

Take immediate action to resolve operational issues

Escalate issues to Production Manager when required

Participate in root-cause investigations and corrective action planning

Monitor effectiveness of implemented solutions

Continuous Improvement

Productivity

Efficiency

Quality

Safety

Employee effectiveness

Support lead manufacturing initiatives and waste-reduction programs

Recommend process improvements and workflow enhancements

Capture and evaluate employee feedback regarding operational improvements

Support implementation of continuous improvement projects

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Experience

- 5+ years experience in steel fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial production environments




- 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Lead Hand
- Senior Operator
- Working Supervisor
- Production Supervisor
- Experience leading production teams and managing performance metrics

Technical Skills

Welding processes

Fabrication drawings

Shop equipment and manufacturing processes

Production scheduling and workflow management

Ability to troubleshoot production and equipment issues

CWB and applicable welding standards

OHSA requirements

Manufacturing quality systems

CWB Welding Supervisor certification considered an asset, or willing to obtain

Microsoft Office Suite

Production reporting systems

ERP or manufacturing software systems

Leadership & Soft Skills

Strong leadership presence on production floor

Excellent coaching and employee development skills

Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced workplace

Results-driven with a strong sense of accountability

Practical and action-oriented leadership style

WORKING CONDITIONS

Manufacturing, warehouse, and shipping environment with exposure to noise, dust, and moving equipment

Comfortable working in hot/cold, indoor/outdoor, noisy and/or industrial settings

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time

Frequent bending, reaching, climbing and lifting

Ability to lift up to 60lbs. occasionally

Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Daily production output vs. plan

Labour productivity and efficiency

Schedule adherence

First-pass yield and quality performance metrics

Rework and scrap reduction

Safety performance and incident rates

Employee attendance and engagement

Training completion and workforce development

Continuous improvement implementation

VALUE TO THE ORGANIZATION

This role serves as the execution engine of the manufacturing operation by transforming production plans into safe, efficient, and high-quality output.

The Production Supervisor:

Drives production performance and labour productivity

Develops and supports a skilled workforce

Ensures safety and quality standards are maintained

Supports on-time customer delivery

Reduces waste and inefficiencies through continuous improvement

Maintains accountability and discipline across the production floor

COMPENSATION

The salary range reflected in any job posting is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including candidate experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and budget considerations.

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