Production Manager

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Production Manager

Permanent, Full-Time

Location: Shelburne, ON

• Are you looking for a job in a well-established, North American manufacturing company?
• Do you enjoy planning the day-to-day activities of a manufacturing plant?
• Does the wood industry interest you and you wish to evolve in a fast-growing company?

Look no further; our Shelburne location is actively looking for someone just like you!

But who are we?

Stella-Jones is North America’s leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).

With us, you will have access to:

• A competitive salary
• Full range of benefits including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Retirement program with a generous employer contribution
• Share purchase program
• Annual profit-sharing program

What would be your responsibilities?

The Production Manager assists and works closely with the Plant Manager with day-to-day production operations including production planning, production activities and quality control. The incumbent plays a key role in ensuring the successful operations of the plant.

We need you to:

Production/Operations:

• Oversee activities of multiple departments, including preparation line (stacker), bagging line, treating, shipping, receiving, maintenance and quality control.
• Support Plant Manager with management duties.
• Approve production orders and interact frequently with the procurement and planning groups.
• Collect, maintain and review production data for potential improvements and participate in their implementation.
• Actively participate in cycle and annual inventory.
• Monitor quality and workmanship to ensure quality control.
• Work closely with various departments to optimize inventory loss with maximum recovery.

Labour Management:

• Planning of production schedules and communicate with Production Supervisors for labour requirements.
• Manages payroll transactions.
• Manages employee relations and performance management.
• Handle job postings and recruitment.
• Provide/oversee training of all production staff and supervisors.
• Ensures plant guidelines are enforced.
• Manage employees’ vacation requests.
• Deal with Ministry of Labor & Ministry of the Environment on different issues/requests.

Health and Safety and TRD programs:

• Ensure that environmental and safety policies, quality standards, and standard operating procedures are followed.
• Provides guidance on occupational health and safety programs and on TRD program.
• Train employees on safety process and procedures.
• Actively participate in the health and safety committee.
• Assist the Plant Manager with workplace safety insurance board accident reporting.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated problem solving, priority management and conflict resolution skills
• Proven ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations
• Excellent leadership skills - “Lead by example” work style
• Ability to train, motivate and coach employees
• Time and stress management
• Intermediate Computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• SAP environment experience is an asset
• Knowledge of wood treating industry
• Knowledge of health and safety standards

What we expect from you?

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of related experience
• Proficiency in English

If this position interests you, don’t delay and apply today!

Our team is eager to meet you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $78,000.00-$94,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Shelburne, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Production Management/Supervision: 5 years (required)
• Wood Treatment Industry: 2 years (preferred)

Work remotely:

• No