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Calhoun Super Structure

Production Supervisor

Goderich, ON, Canada

$35 to $40 CAD / hour · Full-time

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Pay: $35 to $40 CAD / hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 25, 2026
Experience: 5+ years experience in steel fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial production environments
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 26, 2026

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Supervisor ensures work is completed according to schedule, standards are followed, employees are trained and supported, and production issues are resolved in real time. The role acts as a key link between production employees, Lead Hands, Production Planning, Quality, Maintenance, and Management to achieve operational objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Production Execution (Primary Function)

Lead and coordinate daily shop floor activities including:
Cutting, drilling, forming
Welding and assembly
Finishing and material handling
Execute production plans provided by Production Planning
Coordinate work assignments through Lead Hands and production employees
Assign work based on:
Skill level
Workload
Delivery commitments
Montor progress throughout the shift and adjust resources as required
Ensure work is completed
Safely
On time
To specification
At expected productivity levels
Support achievement of daily, weekly and monthly production targets

Hands-On Floor Leadership

Maintain a visible and active presence on the production floor
Provide frontline leadership and support to Lead Hands and operators
Work alongside employees when operational demands require support
Assist with critical operations and production bottlenecks as required
Serve as the primary point of escalation for:
Production issues
Equipment concerns
Quality concerns
Safety issues
Employee issues
Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment

Team Leadership, Training & Performance Management

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop production employees
Support recruitment, onboarding, and orientation of new employees
Coordinate employee training, cross-training, and re-training activities
Ensure employees are trained and competent to safely perform assigned tasks
Conduct regular performance discussions and coaching conversations
Participate in formal performance reviews and development planning
Monitor attendance, productivity, quality performance, and adherence to company policies
Address performance concerns, attendance issues, and behavioural concerns in a timely manner
Provie recognition and support employee development and engagement

Daily Communication & Coordination

Lead daily production meetings and shift-start huddles
Communicate
Production priorities
Safety topics
Quality concerns
Delivery commitments
Operational updates
Coordinate with
Production Manager
Lead Hands
Production Planning
Maintenance
Quality
Engineering
Operational Leadership
Effectively communicate production status, risks, and resource requirements.

Quality Management

Ensure products meet customer requirements, engineering specifications and company quality standards
Ensure employees follow:
Drawings
Work Instructions
Weld procedures
Standard operating procedures
verify first-off inspections and in-process quality checks are conducted
Stop production when quality concerns could impact product conformity
Ensure defects and non-conformances are properly documented and addressed
Participate in investigations and corrective actions related to quality concerns
Support continuous improvement of quality performance and reduction of rework

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Enforce all company safety policies and procedures
Ensure proper use of PPE and compliance with safe work practices
Conduct regular workplace inspections and safety observations
Address unsafe conditions and behaviours immediately
Participate in and lead incident, injury and near miss investigations
Support corrective actions and risk reduction initiatives
Promote a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement
Maintain compliance with OHSA requirements and company policies

Productivity & KPI Ownership

Assume accountability for operational performance within assigned areas
Monitor and report key performance indicators including:
Production output
Labour efficiency
Schedule attainment
Rework and scrap
Overtime utilization
Attendance
Safety performance
Identify and remove production barriers
Implement actions to improve efficiency and reduce waste
Support achievement of departmental productivity goals

Problem Solving & Escalation

Identify issues affecting production performance, including:
Equipment breakdowns
Labour shortages
Material shortages
Quality concerns
Scheduling conflicts
Take immediate action to resolve operational issues
Escalate issues to Production Manager when required
Participate in root-cause investigations and corrective action planning
Monitor effectiveness of implemented solutions

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve:
Productivity
Efficiency
Quality
Safety
Employee effectiveness
Support lead manufacturing initiatives and waste-reduction programs
Recommend process improvements and workflow enhancements
Capture and evaluate employee feedback regarding operational improvements
Support implementation of continuous improvement projects

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Experience

5+ years experience in steel fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial production environments
2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred
Previous experience as:
Lead Hand
Senior Operator
Working Supervisor
Production Supervisor
Experience leading production teams and managing performance metrics

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of:
Welding processes
Fabrication drawings
Shop equipment and manufacturing processes
Production scheduling and workflow management
Ability to troubleshoot production and equipment issues
Familiarity with:
CWB and applicable welding standards
OHSA requirements
Manufacturing quality systems
CWB Welding Supervisor certification considered an asset, or willing to obtain
Proficient with:
Microsoft Office Suite
Production reporting systems
ERP or manufacturing software systems

Leadership & Soft Skills

Strong leadership presence on production floor
Excellent coaching and employee development skills
Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment
Results-driven with a strong sense of accountability
Practical and action-oriented leadership style

WORKING CONDITIONS

Manufacturing, warehouse, and shipping environment with exposure to noise, dust, and moving equipment
Comfortable working in hot/cold, indoor/outdoor, noisy and/or industrial settings
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Frequent bending, reaching, climbing and lifting
Ability to lift up to 60lbs. occasionally
Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Daily production output vs. plan
Labour productivity and efficiency
Schedule adherence
First-pass yield and quality performance metrics
Rework and scrap reduction
Safety performance and incident rates
Employee attendance and engagement
Training completion and workforce development
Continuous improvement implementation

VALUE TO THE ORGANIZATION

This role serves as the execution engine of the manufacturing operation by transforming production plans into safe, efficient, and high-quality output.

The Production Supervisor:

Drives production performance and labour productivity
Develops and supports a skilled workforce
Ensures safety and quality standards are maintained
Supports on-time customer delivery
Reduces waste and inefficiencies through continuous improvement
Maintains accountability and discipline across the production floor

COMPENSATION

The salary range reflected in any job posting is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including candidate experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and budget considerations.

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Responsibilities

Lead daily production activities, assign work, monitor output, and resolve operational issues to meet schedule, quality, productivity, and safety targets. Develop and support production employees while coordinating with planning, quality, maintenance, engineering, and management, and driving continuous improvement.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of experience in steel fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial production; two or more years of leadership or supervisory experience is preferred. Candidates should understand welding, fabrication drawings, shop equipment, production scheduling, quality systems, and safety requirements, with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; CWB Welding Supervisor certification is an asset or may be obtained.

Skills

Production Scheduling
Shop Floor Leadership
Team Leadership
Employee Coaching
Employee Training
Performance Management
Welding
Steel Fabrication
Manufacturing Processes
Quality Management
Workplace Safety
Production Reporting
Problem-Solving
Root-Cause Analysis
Continuous Improvement
ERP Systems

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Keywords

Steel Fabrication
Manufacturing
Industrial Production
Welding
Fabrication Drawings
CWB Standards
CWB Welding Supervisor Certification
OHSA
Personal Protective Equipment
Production Scheduling
Workflow Management
Shop Equipment
Quality Systems
First-Off Inspections
In-Process Quality Checks
Root-Cause Analysis
Corrective Actions
Continuous Improvement
Waste Reduction
Key Performance Indicators
Labour Efficiency
Schedule Attainment
Rework Reduction
Scrap Reduction
Microsoft Office Suite
Production Reporting Systems
ERP Systems
Cross-Training

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