Production Supervisor

Were Hiring: Production Supervisor

Full-Time Security Clearance Required Medicine Hat Alberta

Drive strategic growth in global defence.

Join QinetiQ Target Systems Canada (QTSC) as a Production Supervisor

About QinetiQ

QinetiQ is a global leader in defence security and critical infrastructure. With 8000 employees worldwide were united by a mission to protect lives and secure the future through innovation.

Our Medicine Hat site plays a key role in delivering advanced uncrewed vehicle systems (UVS) and supporting global defence operations.

About the Role

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily manufacturing operations in our production facility while leading a team of production employees to ensure safe efficient and high-quality output. This role is accountable for meeting production targets maintaining compliance with regulatory and company standards and fostering high-performance engaged workforce. The Production Supervisor will oversee and participate in the manufacture repair acceptance testing and certification of the assemblies and sub-assemblies that support uncrewed vehicle systems and associated equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of production employees providing clear direction coaching and support to achieve daily weekly and monthly production goals.
• Lead all aspects of employee lifecycle management including hiring support onboarding training performance management and offboarding.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations set clear objectives and provide ongoing feedback and coaching to team members.
• Manage attendance scheduling and timekeeping ensuring adequate staffing levels to meet operational needs.
• Collaborate with the Production Planner to develop and execute achievable production schedules aligned with customer requirements and capacity.
• Monitor production progress address bottlenecks and adjust schedules or resources to meet deadlines and changing priorities.
• Ensure workforce allocation is optimized to meet production demands while maintaining efficiency and cost control. This includes labour cost management scrap& rework costs as well as overtime approvals.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain to ensure materials tools and equipment are available to support production schedules.
• Partner with Production Engineering to develop review and continuously improve manufacturing processes work instructions and test procedures.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance to investigate non-conformances (NCRs) implement corrective and preventive actions and drive root cause analysis.
• Build upon and maintain the competency and skills matrix for production employees; ensure assessments are completed and documented.
• Identify skill gaps and coordinate training cross-training and development plans to enhance workforce capability and flexibility.
• Promote adherence to all safety protocols ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company policies.
• Foster a positive inclusive and respectful work environment that promotes engagement accountability and teamwork.
• Promote and participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing production efficiency reducing waste and improving product quality.
• Prepare and present regular production reports for management outlining key performance indicators (KPIs) production goals and areas for improvement.
• Reliable and committed to adopting upholding and complying with QinetiQ values ethics policies and procedures including health and safety work in line with the ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 general data protection regulations and use of IT HR policies and procedures equality and diversity security and confidentiality and code of conduct etc.
• To meet changing business needs it may be necessary to make some amendments to the role purpose and accountabilities and to take on additional responsibilities.
• Ensure production employees receive regular performance feedback through ongoing coaching structured midyear checkins and formal annual performance reviews maintaining clear documentation and alignment with organizational performance management processes.

What You Bring

• Post-secondary education in Manufacturing Engineering Business or a related field military programs or equivalent relevant experience.
• 35 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Mechanical/electrical subsystems
• Solid troubleshooting abilities and techniques
• An understanding of Project Management
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies is an asset.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools.

Skills That Set You Apart

• Strong knowledge of production processes quality systems and safety regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership conflict resolution and team development skills.
• Strong communication organizational and problem-solving skills.

Security & Safety Requirements

• Must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.
• Ability to obtain a Canadian Class 2 Security clearance.
• Must have a clean background history and obtain criminal record check.

Why QinetiQ

We offer a high-performing inclusive and hybrid work environment where you can thrive grow and make a real impact. Our people-first culture supports your wellbeing and career development.

Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Extended health and wellness spending accounts
• RRSP/TFSA matching
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Flexible working practices and employee-led networks

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Why Medicine Hat

Medicine Hat offers an exceptional quality of life one of Canadas sunniest cities affordable housing short commutes and easy access to outdoor recreation. Its an ideal place to build both a career and a life.

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Ready to lead the future of defence

Apply now and help us shape a safer more secure world through innovation and collaboration.

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