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Production Supervisor

  • Winnipeg, MB, Canada

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Experience
3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Who We Are

SolutionAir Limited, is a North American manufacturer and distributor of semi-custom roof top and air handling equipment, energy recovery units (RegenCore), and data centre exhaust units (www.solutionairgroup.com).  SolutionAir Limited’s founding principles have never changed – business integrity, first-class service, innovation and a commitment to people. Our dependable quality, reliable delivery, and knowledgeable follow-up service have led to our rapid growth.

We are a dynamic, progressive and innovative organization looking for new talent in our growing Winnipeg manufacturing facility. If you thrive on new challenges, and working in a friendly, team-driven environment, you should consider the following opportunity.

What You Can Expect

  • Health and Dental - Employees and their families enjoy paid benefits covering an extensive list of medical and dental expenses and services.
  • Telus Health Virtual Care - All employees and their families have free access to top medical professionals when they need advice or a second opinion.
  • Manulife Virtual Pharmacy - Access pharmacy services anytime, anywhere through the Manulife app, with eligible prescriptions delivered directly to your home.
  • Manulife Mental Health and Counselling Services - Access confidential mental health and wellness support through the Manulife app, with convenient options to book counselling, consultations, and guided programs all in one place.
  • Life and Disability - You will be provided with life insurance in a multiple of your salary with an option to purchase additional coverage.
  • Pension Matching Program - Invest in your future with each pay cheque through our Defined Contribution Pension Plan and we will match your contribution (up to 3% of your salary).
  • Wellness Reimbursement Program - Employees are eligible for a fitness centre or club membership reimbursement of up to $300 per year, this includes Fitness related App’s.
  • Personal and Professional Development - We are committed to helping you reach your potential through training and education.
  • Community Involvement - Generously supporting health, charities, youth, and education opportunities is our passion, and you’re invited to be a part of that.

Production Supervisor Evenings (Monday-Thursday 5:30pm-4:00am)

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. This role provides hands-on leadership to a unionized workforce, drives operational performance and continuous improvement, and ensures effective management of people, processes, and resources while supporting customer delivery commitments.

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include:

  • Providing hands-on leadership and supervision to a team of unionized production employees. Ensuring daily production targets, schedules, and customer delivery commitments are met.
  • Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with company policies and safety regulations.
  • Monitoring product quality and driving corrective and preventive actions.
  • Managing employee attendance, performance, coaching, and labour relations matters in accordance with the CBA.
  • Coordinating manpower, materials, and equipment to support production requirements.
  • Identifying production challenges, resolving bottlenecks, and proactively addressing material shortages.
  • Monitoring operational KPIs and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Managing labour efficiency, overtime, material usage, and production costs.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support operational goals.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

  • 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience leading teams in a unionized workplace.
  • Post-secondary education in Manufacturing, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline (preferred).
  • Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and labour relations practices.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and workplace health and safety.
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
  • Experience using ERP/MRP systems and production reporting tools.
  • Excellent communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.
  • A hands-on leadership approach with a strong focus on accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.

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Should this excellent opportunity interest you, please submit your resume, including salary expectations.

We appreciate the interest shown by all applicants, however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

More about this job

Responsibilities

The Production Supervisor leads daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets are met safely and efficiently. This role involves managing a unionized team, overseeing quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates should have 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with a background in unionized workplaces. A post-secondary education in a related discipline and proficiency in Lean methodologies and ERP systems are highly desired.

Skills

  • Manufacturing operations
  • Team leadership
  • Unionized workforce management
  • Production scheduling
  • Safety compliance
  • Quality control
  • Labour relations
  • Continuous improvement
  • Lean manufacturing
  • 5S
  • Root cause analysis
  • ERP systems
  • MRP systems
  • Conflict resolution
  • Operational KPIs
  • Performance management

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Virtual medical care
  • Virtual pharmacy
  • Mental health and counselling services
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Pension matching program
  • Professional development

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Categories

  • Manufacturing
  • Management & Leadership
  • Engineering
  • Logistics

Keywords

  • Manufacturing
  • Production Supervisor
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • 5S
  • Continuous Improvement
  • ERP
  • MRP
  • Unionized
  • Labour Relations
  • KPIs
  • Safety Culture
  • Quality Assurance
  • Operations Management
  • Engineering
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Team Leadership
  • Scheduling
  • Performance Coaching
  • Industrial Manufacturing
  • Workplace Health and Safety

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