Production Supervisor

Are you a results‑driven leader who can guide a team and build a culture focused on safety and performance?
Are you looking for the next step in your career within a modern, innovative industrial environment?

We are currently seeking Production Supervisors for our operations in Northern New Brunswick. This opportunity is intended for ambitious candidates who want to contribute to a world‑class team within a growing company.

The Production Supervisor plays a key role in achieving operational goals related to safety, productivity, quality, and continuous improvement. By working closely with your team, you will help maintain a collaborative, efficient, and safe work environment.
You will lead your team through clear communication, consistent coaching, and effective performance management to support engagement and efficiency.

What we offer:

• Competitive base salary
• Production bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability)
• RRSP contributions
• Career development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Internal leadership and technical development training
• Learning opportunities, internships, and co‑op placements
• Any other establishment‑specific premiums

• Supervise, support, and lead a team of production employees
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and engagement standards
• Monitor shift productivity and adjust resources, priorities, and planning to meet targets
• Provide coaching, training, and development to team members
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives (suggestions, problem‑solving, process optimization)

• Post‑secondary education in a relevant field (technology, industrial engineering, mechanical, electrical, administration, or management) or significant supervisory experience
• More than 2 years of supervisory experience, ideally in an industrial environment
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Motivation to work in a dynamic, fast‑paced, and constantly evolving environment
• Commitment to workplace health and safety
• Interest in ongoing professional development and advancement opportunities
• Availability for day/night rotating shifts

Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology.

Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 12 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division. Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.