If you are a talented and experienced Production Supervisor, Aplin has the right opportunity for you!  Our client, a leader in their field, has partnered with Aplin to grow their team in Winnipeg, MB.

Are you passionate about coaching and developing your staff in a manufacturing setting? If so, this might be the role for you! We’re seeking a Production Supervisor to run our client’s Weld/machining/ Assembly department. You will be responsible for overseeing the group to ensure a successful continuation of the manufacturing process.

Responsibilities:Directs department activities and ensures production is carried out to meet customer demandsStrive to reduce expenses and increase productivityEnsures established workflow policies are followed to meet product quality and safety standards while maximizing efficiencyDirects and assigns work to the production team and ensures that the employees have the training skills and authorization to perform those tasksEnsure that welders are working by approved welding procedure data sheetsEnsure that employees perform work safely and that all processes are carried out in compliance with Safety Policies and Procedures and various other company policiesProvide motivation, support, and guidance to employeesAchieve departmental goals for safety, quality, and productivityCommunicate any problems or obstacles to senior managementCreate schedules for employees to ensure optimum staffing levelsLiaise with other Department Managers to ensure coordinated effortCreate and foster teamworkOther duties as assignedQualifications:Must have 4+ years of industrial shop leadership experienceMust have 2+ years’ supervisory leadership experience in a manufacturing environmentValid CWB accreditation is preferredExtensive knowledge of parts/ subassembly manufacturingMust know about manufacturing departmental processes, including welding, drilling & machiningAbility to coach, motivate, and mentor staffSkilled at creating and maintaining a strong teamwork approachCapable of conflict resolution/performance managementAptitude for interpreting engineering drawings.Excellent organizational skills & attention to detailProven track record of being able to meet deadlinesAbility to analyze / problem solveAssets:Knowledge and experience with Continuous Improvement principlesUnderstanding and experience of Lean Manufacturing.Knowledge and experience with ISO standardsProject management experienceKnowledge of Workplace Health and Safety legislationBenefits with an RRSP match program being offered

Aplin is an award-winning employment agency dedicated to connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and there are no fees to apply for our jobs or to engage with our recruiters in finding a new career. Companies hire us to help them expand and diversify their teams. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, which includes having the appropriate documentation, such as a work permit.