Production Supervisor

Job Overview

Garry Machine Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor/Manager to lead CNC, Mechanical/Electrical Assembly, and Fabrication operations.

Reporting directly to the President, this is a highly accountable operational role responsible for overseeing the entire production process, from raw materials to finished machines.

This is a hands-on, shop-floor leadership position for someone with strong CNC technical expertise, an understanding of mechanical and electrical assembly and fabrication, and effective people management skills.

The Production Supervisor/Manager will oversee production execution, setup efficiency, quality at source, machine performance, process documentation, and continuous improvement while developing supervisors and shop-floor team leads.

Key Responsibilities

Production Management

• Manage production activities according to established plans while ensuring operational efficiency.
• Prepare machine utilization schedules in coordination with the CNC Supervisor and Plant Manager.
• Execute production schedules and collaborate with Team Leads to anticipate upcoming demands, including labour and material requirements.
• Coordinate weekly production delivery schedule meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for critical assembly operations and ensure adherence on the production floor.
• Prepare and coordinate documentation for SR&ED.
• Coordinate and implement new drawing releases with engineering and production teams.
• Plan and lead shop-floor Lean initiatives and 5S programs, focusing on continuous improvement and waste elimination.
• Forecast production requirements and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Prepare product costing and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Conduct regular productivity and quality audits to identify areas requiring improvement.
• Create Bill of Materials (BOM) structures in Job Boss and develop systems for inventory updates and scheduling.
• Ensure accurate Job Boss time scanning for production jobs and employee attendance.
• Promote, communicate, improve, and ensure adherence to workplace safety policies.

Quality Management

• Manage production quality, including quality measurements and machine-related data management.
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards and seek clarification when specifications or processes are unclear.
• Conduct root-cause analyses to resolve issues at their source and update training and procedures to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure work is completed according to approved standards and that work instructions are current, understood, and accessible.
• Track production metrics and quality issues and communicate findings to the appropriate departments.
• Build and maintain a team of engaged, dependable employees who understand the importance of their roles.
• Foster a collaborative work environment and encourage employees to contribute continuous improvement suggestions.
• Prepare documentation for ISO certification and ensure compliance with ISO and quality standards.

Manpower Management

• Understand and address shop-floor employee concerns, discussing issues with management when required.
• Assess additional manpower requirements and discuss recruitment strategies as needed.
• Coordinate and support employee training.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Preferred Field of Study: Production, Automation, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Manufacturing Experience: Minimum 10 years of industrial manufacturing experience.
• Management Experience: Minimum 5 years of progressive management experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and SAP/ERP systems.
• Experience applying Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles.

Working Conditions

• Monday to Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• On-site position.
• Time will be divided between the shop floor and an office workstation.

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary of $80,000–$100,000 CAD.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Flexible paid vacation.
• Consistent performance management process.
• Peer recognition celebrations, staff meals, and social events.