Production Supervisor

The Production Manager is responsible for organizing and supervising work in the Production Department. Performs other duties as required and reports to the General Manager.

• Monitors and ensures implementation of recommended changes in work methods and/or equipment usage to improve labor utilization, production efficiency and department expenses.
• Leads, trains, and supervises the Production staff and departments.
• Responsible for overseeing all new hire training and conducts regular and ongoing training in all departments.
• Consults with engineering, sales and service management to ensure the smooth operation of the plant.
• Responsible for execution of company production policies, procedures and standards.
• Responsible for setting, monitoring, and ensuring that standards for production, quality, housekeeping and safety are met.
• Responsible for creating and adherence to department budgets, as well as hiring, discipline and employee relations.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, attend meetings and perform other tasks as directed by supervision.

• May work with and support other branch personnel as required by supervision.

• Have a minimum of two years of business management experience in a production environment with strong supervisory and management skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff.
• Recognize colors, sizes and types of product. Count, add and subtract accurately.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to comprehend and follow direction, as well as good time management skills and being a team player.

• High School graduation or similar experience.

• Physical Demands/Requirements consist of standing, sitting, walking, stooping, driving a forklift, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling, moving loaded carts weighing up to 500 lbs., reading, speaking, hearing, and lifting up to 60 lbs.

• Production areas of a typical industrial laundry facility which includes variations in temperature, odors, humidity, lint and dust.

• Occasionally, to visit customers or possibly to attend training meetings.

• $52,000 per year based on experience and skills.
• Health and Dental Benefits provided by employer.
• Registered Pension Plan with contribution match provided by employer.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Facilities Services

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada