Production Supervisor
- Québec, QC, Canada
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- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in production supervision within a technological or manufacturing environment.
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner - and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
Under the supervision of the Operations Director, the Production Supervisor is responsible for the daily management of manufacturing operations within their area. They play a key role in evaluating and achieving monthly delivery targets, driving continuous process improvement, and coaching production teams. They also act as a project sponsor for improvement initiatives, in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Day shift only – no night shifts required.
Your Role: Own the Challenge
- Plan, organize, and supervise production activities to ensure compliance with deadlines, quality standards, and safety regulations.
- Evaluate and develop monthly delivery targets for their area in collaboration with stakeholders, and ensure rigorous follow-up on their achievement.
- Identify opportunities for process, productivity, and quality improvement.
- Act as a sponsor for continuous improvement projects within their area (Lean, layout redesign, automation, etc.).
- Coach, motivate, and develop members of the production team.
- Collaborate closely with manufacturing engineering, quality, shipping, and internal sales departments.
- Ensure effective and transparent communication within the team and with management.
What it takes to run what runs the world
- DEC in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automated Production, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in production supervision within a technological or manufacturing environment.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and change management skills.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Kaizen, etc.).
- Ability to work in a dynamic and constantly evolving environment.
- Proficiency with production management tools (ERP, MES, Excel, etc.).
Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)
ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:
- Women
- Indigenous Peoples
- Members of visible minorities
- Persons with disabilities
ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Production Supervisor at CAABB ABB Inc. will plan and supervise production to meet deadlines, quality and safety rules. They will track monthly delivery targets, lead improvement projects and coach the production team.
Requirements
Candidates need a DEC in industrial, mechanical or automated production engineering, plus at least 5 years of production supervision in a manufacturing environment. Strong leadership, Lean or Kaizen knowledge and skill with ERP, MES and Excel are expected.
Skills
- ERP systems
- MES systems
- Microsoft Excel
- Lean manufacturing
- Kaizen
- Continuous improvement
- Production planning
- Team leadership
- Coaching
- Problem solving
- Change management
- Layout redesign
- Automation
- Quality management
- Safety compliance
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Delivery target management
Categories
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Engineering
Keywords
- Production Supervisor
- production supervision
- manufacturing operations
- Lean
- Kaizen
- continuous improvement
- ERP
- MES
- Excel
- production management
- industrial engineering
- change management
- process improvement
- manufacturing engineering
- quality control
- day shift
- ABB
- CAABB
Seniority
Senior
Tools
- ERP
- MES
- Excel
Fields of study
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Automated Production