Posted 10 days ago
Operations Supervisor, Fabrication (Weekend Shift)
@ Industrial Electric Manufacturing
Surrey, British Columbia
Overview
Industrial Electric Manufacturing (IEM) is hiring an Operations Supervisor for its Surrey fabrication work centre, a full-time weekend role (Thursday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM). The supervisor leads daily production, manages Team Leads and Operators, and tracks safety, quality and delivery metrics. The role is fully on-site at Surrey, pays CAD $38.46 to $55.30 per hour, and may include a bonus.
Pay:
$38.46–$55.30 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Lead daily production to meet safety, quality, delivery and efficiency targets
- Supervise, coach and evaluate Team Leads and Operators
- Track output, defects, rework, attendance and downtime; lead Tier 2 meetings
- Coordinate with Planning, Materials, Quality and Maintenance on work centre readiness
- Lead or support root cause analysis and corrective actions
Requirements summary:
- Degree in operations, industrial engineering or supply chain, or 5 years relevant experience
- 3+ years in manufacturing, including 1+ year in a leadership role
- Experience with takt time, standard work and daily tier meetings
- Proficiency with ERP, Excel and production dashboards
- Strong people leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Management experience | 1+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 47.5 |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus |
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Industrial Electric Manufacturing
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Full company description
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of electrical distribution equipment and integrated power systems in the U.S. For over half a century, IEM has delivered customer-specific solutions to meet the ever changing power requirements of growth industries in North America. At IEM, tradition and technology still drive innovation. An experienced engineering staff and one of the most flexible design and manufacturing systems in the industry set IEM apart from standard product manufacturers.
- LinkedIn followers
- 29,390
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,387
- Reported office locations
- 48205 Warm Springs Blvd., Fremont, CA 94539, US
- 3261 192 St, Surrey, British Columbia V3Z 1A7, CA
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- Business categories
- Electronics
- Logistics
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Industrial Electric Manufacturing Job Board
- Industrial Electric Manufacturing
- Industrial Electric Manufacturing (IEM)
- US - Industrial Electric Manufacturing
- Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)
- Specialties
- Electrical Distribution Equipment up to 38kV
- Data Center Power Solutions
- Power Management
- Arc-Resistant Switchgear
- and Integrated Power Control Systems
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- 0
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Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of electrical distribution equipment and integrated power systems in the U.S. For over half a century, IEM has delivered customer-specific solutions to meet the ever changing power requirements of growth industries in North America. At IEM, tradition and technology still drive innovation. An experienced engineering staff and one of the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Fremont, CA |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1955 |
| Specialties | Electrical Distribution Equipment up to 38kVData Center Power SolutionsPower ManagementArc-Resistant Switchgearand Integrated Power Control Systems |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 23 |
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At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.
Reports To: Operations Manager
Salary Range: CAD $38.46 - $55.30/hr
Position Summary: The Operations Supervisor is a first-line people leader responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution of a defined value stream. The Operations Supervisor ensures that all teams operate safely, meet takt time and schedule targets, and deliver high-quality output in alignment with KPIs. This role manages multiple Team Leads and Operators and partners closely with the Operations Manager to identify constraints, support continuous improvement, and maintain flow across the work center.
Please note: This position requires 100% on-site presence at our Surrey office and does not offer remote work options.
Schedule: Full-time, Thursday-Sunday, 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily execution of production activities in the assigned work center to meet or exceed safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency targets.
- Supervise, coach, and evaluate Team Leads and Operators, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and teamwork.
- Ensure adherence to daily build schedules and takt time; escalate risks to production targets to the Operations Manager.
- Monitor and track performance against key metrics (output, defects, rework, attendance, downtime) and lead Tier 2 daily management meetings.
- Coordinate with Planning, Materials, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure work center readiness (materials, tools, documents, etc.).
- Enforce safety protocols, 5S practices, standard work, and compliance with operational policies.
- Support onboarding, cross-training, and upskilling of team members in partnership with Learning & Development.
- Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action implementation for issues impacting quality, delivery, or safety.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain or a related degree. Five years of additional relative experience, including demonstrated leadership, in lieu of a degree will also be considered.
- 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, including 1+ years in a formal or informal leadership role.
- Experience with takt time, standard work, visual management, and daily tier meetings.
- Proficiency in basic digital tools (ERP, Excel, production dashboards).
- Strong people leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization.
Preferred Skills
- Coaching & performance management
- Root cause analysis (5 Whys, fishbone, etc.)
- Conflict resolution & feedback
- Understanding of Lean, 5S, and visual factory principles
- Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced production environment
Compensation
Compensation actually offered for this role will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Why Join IEM
At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.
Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com
We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers
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