Job Details
OVERVIEW:
Reporting to the Manager, Production the Production Supervisor is responsible for the safe and efficient daily operations of the plant. This includes the supervision of resin blending, module production and order preparations. As a member of the RS management team, this position will support an organizational culture that prioritizes safety, respect, teamwork, and resilience.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate the efforts of the production, order prep and skilled trades (Maintenance) employees
Maintaining a professional and positive attitude towards employees, management, and customers
Assist with scheduling of production operators
Assist and monitor the cross training of production operators to ensure all individuals are adept in all areas of the production process
Supervise and coordinate all aspects of the production process
Ensure safety talks are conducted monthly
Conduct shift communication meetings daily
Troubleshoot areas of concern, and identify the most productive way of addressing these issues
Maintain communication with the Quality Department to identify and address areas of concern
Communicate production feedback to the Quality Control Manager, Shift Supervisors and Director, Operations
Ensure production schedules are adhered to and production targets met
Ensure materials required for production are readily available
Assist in the research, trial/development, selection of new processes & equipment to improve the production process
Report employee attendance and coordinate vacation scheduling as required
Conduct progressive discipline with employees as required
Utilization of employees during downtime
Adhere to all safety procedures and PPE requirements
Report all equipment related issues to the Director, Operations
Participate in continuous improvement activities
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Comply with all Company Safety rules, Provincial and Federal Rules and Regulations
Other duties as assigned
TRAINING / QUALIFICATIONS:
College diploma or equivalent experience required
First Aid certificate
Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act
Lift truck certificate
Transportation of dangerous good certificate
Overhead crane certificate
Fall arrest certificate
Health & Safety Certification
Union Experience
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Industrial production environment
Hot & humid areas within the plant
Physically demanding tasks
Interaction with heavy machinery, moving equipment and limited movement of chemicals within the production area