Production Supervisor

About the role

The Production Supervisor leads front‑line teams in a unionized manufacturing environment, ensuring production meets customer specifications, TAKT times and budget constraints while upholding safety and quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Direct daily department activities, balancing lines and assigning work to meet TAKT and Lean targets.
• Implement continuous‑improvement initiatives such as Kaizen events and monitor budget compliance.
• Ensure product quality, manage non‑conforming material through the Material Review Board, and drive root‑cause resolution.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental compliance, lead investigations and enforce corrective actions.
• Coach employees on performance, training, and adherence to collective bargaining agreements and company policies.
• Uphold 5S standards for cleanliness and organization within the department.

Required profile

• 3‑5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably in transit or automotive sectors.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and ability to handle progressive discipline constructively.
• Strong continuous‑learning mindset and ability to drive Lean practices.

Required skills

• Welding
• Lean manufacturing
• Kaizen

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a skilled production team in a dynamic, safety‑focused environment.
• Engagement in continuous‑improvement projects and professional development.