Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor

Edmonton AB

At IPEX the leader in thermoplastic piping systems we are redefining the future of water management and clean energy. As part of the Aliaxis family we combine global strength with local expertise to tackle the worlds toughest challenges. Guided by our values We Dare We Care We Deliver we challenge the status quo to make a meaningful impact. If youre an innovative collaborator ready to make a difference come join us in shaping a better tomorrow!

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee all aspects of production operations for an assigned shift. This role is responsible for ensuring safe efficient high-quality manufacturing while leading coaching and developing production employees. The Production Supervisor partners with cross-functional teams to meet production goals drive continuous improvement and support talent development within the Production Department.

What You Will Do

• Supervise daily shift operations and ensure safety quality productivity and output targets are achieved.
• Execute production schedules while optimizing labour utilization and machine performance.
• Lead shift-transition and pre-shift meetings to communicate priorities and operational updates.
• Monitor production KPIs downtime scrap rates and performance metrics using manufacturing systems and reports.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and coordinate with Maintenance Tooling Quality and Process teams.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards documentation requirements and audit readiness.
• Manage departmental expenditures and provide regular performance reporting.

Leadership & People Development

• Coach mentor and develop production associates through training and performance management.
• Conduct evaluations succession planning and employee development activities.
• Support recruitment hiring onboarding orientation and certification processes.
• Build a culture of accountability engagement teamwork and continuous improvement.

Health Safety & Environmental Leadership

• Champion a zero-injury safety culture and promote proactive hazard reporting.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies ISO 9001 requirements and internal standards.
• Support incident investigations corrective actions inspections and JHSC activities.
• Lead 5S initiatives and contribute to environmental sustainability goals.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead initiatives that improve safety quality productivity and operational performance.
• Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Support management-of-change reviews and standardized work practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• 5 years of manufacturing experience ideally within a safety-focused production environment.
• Knowledge of health safety and environmental practices in manufacturing.
• Experience with plastics fabrication or related processes preferred.
• Strong leadership communication coaching and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities.
• Experience with conflict resolution

Key Competencies

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• People Leadership & Coaching
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Operational Excellence
• Communication & Collaboration
• Technical Manufacturing Knowledge

Working Environment

This position operates within a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to machinery industrial noise chemicals raw materials powered industrial vehicles and varying production demands. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. The role may also require lifting up to 50 lbs and extended periods spent on the production floor.

Why Join Us

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who is passionate about safety employee development operational excellence and continuous improvement. You will have a direct impact on production performance team engagement and organizational success.

IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and upon request will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicants accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation please contact HR at