Production Supervisor

Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact. Learn more about Stella-Jones: About Our Cordele, Georgia Plant Our manufacturing site in Cordele specializes in the production of high-quality utility pole. The local team is made up of 50 dedicated manufacturing professionals across a variety of positions. To learn more about Cordele’s products (including a 1-minute video overview), visit our product page: Position Overview The Production Supervisor at Stella-Jones is responsible for leading and developing production teams while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. This role emphasizes accountability, continuous improvement, and team-level problem solving, using data and systems to drive performance. By focusing on coaching, resource allocation, and process optimization, the Supervisor plays a key role in strengthening daily operations and supporting a culture of safety, quality, and productivity. Key Responsibilities Lead, Manage, and Hold Accountable (LMA) Direct and supervise production leads and workers, ensuring safe and efficient plant operations. Hold team members accountable for meeting production targets, safety standards, and quality requirements. Provide ongoing training, coaching, and support to develop team capabilities and performance. Manage Day-to-Day Production Operations Execute production plans and ensure daily targets are met in a safe and cost-effective manner. Allocate labor and equipment resources to optimize material flow and minimize downtime. Ensure accurate time, production, and inventory records are maintained and reported. Drive Quality & Process Improvement Ensure quality control inspections align with internal standards and customer specifications. Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend solutions to improve processes and outputs. Monitor environmental and safety compliance, ensuring all procedures are consistently followed. Employee Development & Performance Provide hands-on training for new hires and cross-training for existing staff. Conduct performance evaluations, guide improvement plans, and manage disciplinary processes. Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention efforts in collaboration with HR. Qualifications Five or more years of work experience in a manufacturing environment required Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred Wood products industry experience preferred Ability to lead change by engaging front-line teams and supporting improvements to operations, culture, and team practices. Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Note Employment at Stella-Jones in the United States is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check. Employee Benefits As a Stella-Jones team member, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including: Several company-paid benefits including: Dental and Vision coverage Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies Long-Term Disability Coverage Access to a robust employee assistance program Competitive compensation Annual bonus program opportunity 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred) Ability to purchase Company stock Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr Stella-Jones