Production Supervisor

Résumé du poste

The Production Supervisor leads daily manufacturing operations in a unionized environment, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity targets are met. They are responsible for executing production plans, conducting EHS risk assessments, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Détails du poste

Production Supervisor Scarborough, ON | Full-Time (On-Site) | Senior (5+ years) About us In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance. We are driven by a commitment to advancing the energy sector through innovative technology and sustainable practices. Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, attention to detail, and adaptability, while fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed. Our Values Trust Responsibility Excellence Navigating Change Candor Humility Overview We are seeking a hands-on and experienced Production Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations in a unionized manufacturing environment producing high-voltage equipment for the power transmission industry. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor will be responsible for executing production plans, ensuring compliance with Ontario’s regulatory standards, driving safety initiatives, and leading manufacturing excellence on the shop floor. This role requires active involvement in EHS risk assessments, root cause analysis, and the development and implementation of manufacturing procedures, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and on-time delivery in a make-to-order production setting. Your Tasks: Supervise daily operations and direct hourly production employees in a unionized environment, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets are met. Ensure compliance with applicable Ontario health and safety regulations, including OHSA and CSA standards relevant to electrical manufacturing and high-voltage equipment. Actively participate in EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) risk assessments and contribute to hazard identification, mitigation, and corrective actions. Lead or support root cause analysis for safety incidents, quality defects, or production disruptions using tools such as 5 Whys or Fishbone Diagrams. Assist in the development, revision, and implementation of manufacturing procedures and standard work instructions, ensuring best practices and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support smooth execution of make-to-order production schedules. Provide guidance and support to team members, promote a positive labor-management relationship, and ensure adherence to the collective agreement. Monitor key metrics such as labor efficiency, scrap, rework, and downtime; identify trends and propose corrective actions. Maintain accurate documentation related to work orders, safety inspections, and quality checks. Support continuous improvement activities, including Lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives. Requirements: Solid understanding of Ontario’s occupational health and safety laws, including knowledge of ESA, WSIB, and OHSA regulations. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with proven success in a unionized manufacturing environment. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions. Skilled in problem-solving techniques and driving root cause investigations. Familiarity with Lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies. Strong organizational and communication skills; able to coordinate effectively across departments College diploma or university degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing/assembly environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Ability to work on a 3-shift rotation and cover other supervisor shifts as required. Experience in make-to-order production and high-voltage or electro-mechanical equipment is highly preferred. Prior experience working in a unionized environment is required. Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite. We offer: In accordance with the Pay Transparency Act, we are committed to providing clear and accessible information about compensation for this role. The expected compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $105,000 / Annually. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on several job-related factors, including relevant education, depth and breadth of experience, professional certifications or license, specialized skills aligned with the role, and internal equity considerations. This role offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including paid vacation, group health benefits, pension plan, bonus, and additional employee programs. The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company. You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies. Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology. Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility Trench is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or support at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment Trench uses artificial intelligence and automated tools as part of its recruitment and screening processes to support efficient and fair candidate evaluation. Interested in Joining Us? If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, we encourage you to apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button and submitting your application.

Ce que vous ferez

The Production Supervisor leads daily manufacturing operations in a unionized environment, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity targets are met. They are responsible for executing production plans, conducting EHS risk assessments, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Exigences

Candidates must have a college diploma or university degree in Engineering Technology or a related field, along with at least 5 years of manufacturing experience. A minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role and experience working in a unionized environment are required.

Avantages

• Paid vacation • Group health benefits • Pension plan • Bonus

Compétences indiquées

• Résolution de problèmes · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Production supervision
• Unionized environment management
• EHS risk assessment
• Root cause analysis
• Lean manufacturing
• 5S
• Engineering drawing interpretation
• Technical specifications
• ERP systems
• OHSA compliance
• Quality control
• Manufacturing procedures
• Problem-solving
• Team leadership
• Communication
• Safe Driving
• Supply Chain
• Production Planning
• Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
• Adaptability
• Artificial Intelligence
• Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Continuous Improvement Process
• High Voltage
• Electromechanics
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Engineering Drawings
• Renewable Energy
• Leadership
• Humility
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Lean Manufacturing
• Microsoft Office
• Operations
• Production Management
• Risk Analysis
• SAP Applications
• Transformers (Electrical)
• Trenching
• Environment Health And Safety
• Investigation
• Root Cause Analysis
• Mitigation
• Reliability
• Detail Oriented

Domaines d’emploi

• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Energy
• Engineering
• Security & Safety
• Production Supervisor
• Manufacturing Production Supervisor
• Manufacturing Supervisors
• First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers