Production Supervisor

at  Cascades

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE & STRENGTHS

• Extensive experience in supervision and the manufacturing sector
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing (an asset)
• Leadership and a collaborative spirit that inspire and engage teams to achieve excellence.
• Ability to solve problems and prioritize daily tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong listening skills to quickly understand needs and issues.
• Ability to act and react quickly while working on a number of files at the same time.
• Leadership to cultivate a culture of OHS accountability.
• Sound judgment and the courage to make the necessary decisions.
• Proficiency in written and spoken French and basic knowledge of English.
• Agility needed to work with various technological tools.
• Knowledge of SAP software an asset

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma, bachelor’s degree preferred in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology or Business Administration. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 2+ years in manufacturing leadership.
• Excellent computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office

• Achieve operational efficiency objectives associated with your business unit’s strategy by optimizing available resources, rigorously applying business processes and establishing an effective communication and leadership system.
• Drive optimal management of occupational health and safety, target production sequence and product compliance with quality standards.
• Monitor operating parameters while developing action plans to close performance gaps and resolve challenges.
• Develop a mobilized and competent team and support their production efforts while nurturing a culture of continuous improvement.
• Carry out workforce planning and ensure approval of hours worked.
• Coordinate training in support of business objectives.
• Engage employees through meaningful interactions, ongoing communications, and a team approach toward meeting production goals.
• Carry out monthly OHS audits as well as accident investigations and analyses.
• Monitor OHS improvements and adjustments.
• Address target shortfalls (KPIs) and coordinate applicable action plans.
• Plan and coordinate continuous improvement activities.
• Support teams in problem solving.
• Support your scheduler in establishing the optimal sequence for production.
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