Production Supervisor

Job Description Job Description The Production Supervisor manages all operators and production activities on the plant floor during their designated shift. He/she is responsible for meeting shift targets for scheduled production and shipping of CLT and related components. This role will be the direct manager for each operator at each machine center, with >90% of his/her time spent on the factory floor overseeing operations and lending guidance and support where needed. The Production Supervisor contributes to the success of SmartLam North America by ensuring scheduled work is produced on-time, within budgetary constraints, with the highest quality and uncompromising safety.
Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, training and development of plant machine center operators and support staff to create effective teams and efficient shift production
Motivates personnel to achieve rigorous production targets
Communicates with Project Managers and Plant Manager for status updates and production reports
Immediately raises awareness regarding quality and schedule risks which may impact customers
Fosters strong working relationship with Maintenance Team to enable immediate support for equipment issues
Ensures production is carried out in a safe and efficient manner with a high level of quality
Identifies opportunities for cost control and ongoing process improvement
Effectively implements cost reduction initiatives
Maintains high standards for a safe working environment at all times, trains others and enforces policies
Conducts annual reviews of all direct reports with support from Plant Manager and HR
Ensures operators have the information, tools, and resources necessary to meet production requirements
Operates with transparency and earns trust at all levels through communication and actions
Maintains excellent time and attendance record, and holds direct reports to the same standard

Required Skills & Experience

Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment, both mechanical and electrical.
Lumber mill experience is a plus.
2+ years of experience supervising people in a manufacturing environment, preferably wood processing.
Capable of operating and training individuals on all tools and equipment centers
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Creative problem solver
Positive attitude with a track record of delivering results
Proficient with computers and MS Office Suite
Maintains strong understanding of product standards including APA-PRG-320
Maintains strong understanding of all manufacturing and related SOPs associated with their supervisory duties
Capable of operating effectively during periods of high stress with aggressive deadlines.
Deescalate conflicts when needed.
Self-motivated and operates with minimal supervision.
Ability to motivate, manage, and develop people of all skill levels effectively.
Trained in health and safety areas such as first aid, CPR, AED
High School diploma or equivalent required. Technical or College degree preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
SmartLam North America is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, benefits, compensation, and training. We seek to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws related to discrimination and will not tolerate interference with the ability of any of the Company’s employees to perform their job duties.
Americans with Disabilities
SmartLam North America endeavors to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.