Production Supervisor*

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Job Description:

3M is seeking a Shift Supervisor to support data-driven decision-making across manufacturing operations located in Brockville, ON.

*Successful security clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Registration program is a mandatory pre-requirement for this position at this location. Please note the following are some (but not all) of the listed requirements for Controlled Goods Clearance:

• Must be a Canadian citizen normally residing in Canada, or must be a Permanent Resident normally residing in Canada
• Must have valid and current identification (i.e.: driver’s license, passport, birth certificate)
• Must be able to provide a residential address and employment history of the past 5 years
• If applicable, living outside of Canada during the past five years will require an international criminal name check

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As a Shift Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Ensures a safe working environment through formal inspections/audits, correcting unsafe behaviors, safety / crew meetings, and utilizing proper work methods, procedures and equipment
• Incident investigation, problem solving and root cause analysis (EHS and quality). Ensure employees receive training as specified
• Provides effective communication to employees through daily interaction, electronic mail, etc. Provide direct supervision and development to production and/or hourly employees
• Plans and coordinates priorities, allocates work assignments, and regulates production process in order to meet specific daily production requirements
• Monitors production rates, yields, and quality of products on a daily basis and provides feedback to employees and supervisor on results
• Organizes and reviews changeovers with appropriate staff to minimize downtime. Addresses production issues such as scheduling, quality, run time, etc.
• Lead/participate in Kaizen continuous improvement sessions, make process suggestions to improve quality and reduce costs, involved with managing tier 1, 2 processes
• Involved with Lean Management systems deployment, implements cost reduction programs to ensure the efficient utilization of labor, materials, and equipment
• Part of Brockville Leadership Group with responsibility for flexibility to work at any shift. Primary plant management representative during off shifts

Your Skills and Expertise 

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) and a minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing experience in a private, public, government or military environment

OR

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution and a minimum of three (3) years of manufacturing experience in a private, public, government or military environment

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Associate’s Degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
• Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent organization skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments
• Experience participating in and/or leading Continuous Improvement projects
• Good people skills including the ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate effectively
• Desire and experience in leading change
• Demonstrated administrative and computer skills including Microsoft Office proficiency

Location: Brockville, ON Canada.

Travel: May include up to 5% domestic/international

Relocation: Not offered

3M Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We work to reflect the diversity of our global customers, suppliers and channel partners, and build on each individual employee’s abilities.

At 3M, we know that inclusion is the key to unlocking the power of our diversity. An inclusive culture is one that supports and appreciates differences, and provides fair and equal opportunities for everyone. It’s a place where people realize they are respected for their whole and unique selves, and that they belong. Inclusion leads to engagement, which in turn fosters the collaboration, creativity and innovation that drive long-term growth – for 3M as well as for our people and our teams.

Applicable to Canada Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $86,344 - $113,975, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position.Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.3M Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

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