Production Supervisor

Its fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

Were committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment We are looking for a Production Supervisor to take ownership of our Calgary production this pivotal role you will lead a team of 13 operators driving operational excellence fostering a culture of safety and ensuring we deliver high-quality chemical products on time. You wont just be managing a schedule; youll be coaching a team solving complex problems and playing a key role in scaling our operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead mentor and performance-manage a team of production operators fostering a positive collaborative and high-performing culture.

• Champion employee engagement by resolving concerns recognizing achievements and promoting a harmonious work environment.

• Oversee the recruitment training and onboarding of new employees to ensure they are equipped for success.

Production & Operational Oversight

• Plan prioritize and delegate daily production assignments to meet output targets while maintaining the highest quality standards.

• Direct the mixing and packaging of batches (liquids and powders) ensuring efficient workflows across production and shipping/receiving.

• Proactively identify and resolve production bottlenecks equipment malfunctions and process inefficiencies.

Continuous Improvement & Strategy

• Act as the Plant Managers right hand in identifying needed investments organizational changes and process improvements to support sales growth and profitability.

• Recommend and implement best practices to enhance productivity reduce waste and streamline operations.

Safety & Compliance

• Serve as a safety champion by strictly adhering to and enforcing all company policies PPE requirements and WHMIS/SDS protocols.

• Lead monthly health and safety inspections and partner with the EHS team to investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.

• Maintain a clean safe and organized facility through rigorous housekeeping standards.

Administrative & Technical Duties

• Maintain accurate daily logs production records and work orders; perform data entry as required.

• Generate and manage packaging labels using industrial printers and software (Bartender).

• Operate sit-down and reach forklifts and oversee preventative maintenance to keep equipment in peak condition.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience:3-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing chemical or production environment.

• Business Acumen:Working knowledge of budgeting strategic planning and business management principles.

• Technical Skills:Proficient in Microsoft Office; D365 Bartender software and industrial printers is preferred.

• Safety Knowledge:Familiarity with ISO OSHA EHS and WHMIS regulations.

• Physical Capability:Ability to stand/walk for up to 6 hours and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

• Education:High School Diploma required; Post-secondary certification in management preferred.

• Certifications:Experience operating sit-down forklifts required.

#INDOPS

DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color ancestry national origin gender sexual orientation marital status religion age disability gender identity gender expression genetic information service in the military veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal state and/or local law and/or regulation.