Production Supervisor
Regency Fireplace
- Delta, BC
- $75,000-90,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide leadership and develop FPI employees in a manner consistent with FPI mission and guiding principles; ensuring employees have the tools and environment to meet their objectives, remain effective and feel appreciated
- Lead, manage and maintain a positive environment focusing on Lean Manufacturing strategies and continuous improvement initiatives
- Supervise employees in a manufacturing/production union environment
- Maintain production levels as specified on weekly schedules
- Responsible for the consistent quality of product and assembly processes
- Work order reporting and maintenance on a daily basis
- Ensure employees have resources needed to do their job
- Process improvements in assembly and material handling
- Training and performance measurement of new and existing employees
- Work cell / Assembly line balancing, Standardized Work and cross training of employees
- Maintain professional business relationships across all departments to create an efficient information channel; share information and keep other informed of important developments
- Implementation and training of Health & Safety programs to ensure compliance with regulations; set a positive example by following regulations, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and maintaining hazard awareness
- Deal with union related issues when required
- Involvement with product introduction to shop floor / assembly lines
- Maintain a current knowledge of product, design and assembly techniques
- Coordinate workflow with other departments and shifts
- Assist with and support team projects and duties as required
- Effective organizational, prioritization and time management skills
- Ability to take initiative and follow through until completion
- Strong communication skills in English (both written and verbal)
- Ability to develop and maintain good working relationship with management and employees
- Demonstrated experience developing effective teams
- Minimum High School Graduate or equivalent
- Courses in Operations Management, Supervision, Leadership or related an asset
- Lean Manufacturing training preferred
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Supervision in a Manufacturing/Production environment (or equivalent combination of education, training & experience)
- Previous experience working in a union environment would be an asset
- Experience with Lean concepts, team building and continuous improvement tools
- We offer a competitive compensation package, including profit sharing, an RRSP matching program, a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, critical illness and mental health coverage, out of country travel coverage and an Employee and Family Assistance Program to support the wellbeing of you and your family. The salary being offered for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 per year
- Be part of a team of incredibly talented, passionate, and driven people setting the standard of creating quality fireplace products that bring people together
- We have adopted a hybrid work environment, with flexible work hours. We love the ability to get together in the office. We know we are better when we are together, but we recognize how effective and environmentally friendly it can be working from home.
- We understand the importance of work/life balance that’s why we work a compressed work schedule which offers short Fridays. This gives you an early start to every weekend!
- We’re all about Continuous Improvement (we hope that you are too!) To allow employees to continue to develop in their careers, we offer Professional Development opportunities -both internally and externally.
- Have fun with our team! Get a group together to take part in our team building or health & wellness activities. Some past activities have included: Skiing/Snowboarding, Half Marathons, Go-Karting, a round of golf, and more.
- Love our products as much as we do? Take part in our Employee Purchase Program and enjoy our products in yours or a family members home!
- Each person plays a critical piece in our organization, and we understand how much impact employees can make in their work. We recognize employees for their contributions through service awards, our peer recognition program, and spot awards, for special projects and overachievement.