Production jobs

A leading Canadian manufacturing organization recognized for producing high-quality consumer products is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Supervisor to oversee and optimize night shift production operations. This role will play a key part in leading frontline teams, ensuring product quality, driving efficiency, and supporting operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Shift Requirement

• This position is dedicated to permanent night shifts.
• Candidates must be available to work overnight hours and support operational requirements on the night shift schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning

• Develop and execute production plans to meet customer demand while optimizing labour, equipment utilization, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Quality to align schedules with business priorities.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and motivate production leads, operators, and support staff to achieve nightly production targets and maintain quality standards.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure production processes follow established quality standards, SOPs, regulatory requirements, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Maintain audit readiness and ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Partner closely with Quality teams to address deviations, implement corrective actions, and maintain product integrity.

Resource Management

• Optimize staffing, machinery, and material flow to support production demands.
• Coordinate with Procurement and Warehouse teams to ensure timely material availability.

Performance Metrics

• Track and report KPIs related to output, labour efficiency, downtime, waste, quality, and safety.
• Analyze trends and implement action plans to improve performance.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead initiatives focused on productivity, waste reduction, process flow, lean manufacturing, and automation opportunities.
• Support change management and cross-functional improvement projects.

Health & Safety

• Promote and enforce a strong health and safety culture across all shifts.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations and investigate incidents or near misses.

Budget & Cost Control

• Support departmental budgets and monitor overtime, labour costs, and operating expenses.
• Identify opportunities for savings without compromising quality or service levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role within manufacturing.
• Previous GMP manufacturing experience is required.
• Previous experience leading overnight or off-shift operations is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, SOPs, compliance standards, and audit readiness.
• Strong people leadership skills with experience developing high-performing teams.
• Knowledge of production systems, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement tools.
• Experience using ERP/MRP or production planning software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Opportunity

Join a growing Canadian manufacturer where you can make a meaningful impact through leadership, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to lead our night operations and help drive performance in a critical shift environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Pharma: 2 years (preferred)
• Manufacturing: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person