Production Supervisor | Manufacturing

Location: 340 Huronia Road, Barrie, Ontario
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time | On-site | Days (7am to 3pm)

Albarrie Canada Limited is a leading Canadian company specializing in designing and manufacturing innovative nonwoven technical fabrics that solve industrial and environmental issues. With a rich history spanning several decades, we have consistently delivered high-quality products and services to a diverse range of industries. Our commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has made us a trusted partner in the industrial sector.

At Albarrie Canada Limited, we take pride in our dedication to environmental responsibility and safety. We prioritize the well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate. Our team embodies a spirit of collaboration, and we believe that every member has the potential to contribute to our ongoing success.

• College diploma or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a fast-paced, multi-shift, made-to-order manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years of experience supervising production employees and coordinating workflows.
• Proven track record of implementing successful continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and general plant health and safety requirements.
• Working knowledge of production scheduling, workflow coordination, and work order management.
• Excellent supervisory, coordination, and time-management skills.
• Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to provide leadership, coaching, and direction in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

• →Oversee production Team Leads across Cutting, Cuffing/Seaming, Quality & Parts, and Shipping.
• →Coordinate workflow across production stations, ensuring work orders are completed and recorded efficiently.
• →Maintain and update the production order status board and manage production schedules from order creation through shipment.
• →Coordinate workforce planning, overtime requirements, and labour allocation to meet customer demands.
• →Monitor work order accuracy, coach production employees, and provide feedback on individual performance.
• →Review work orders daily to ensure materials and labour are accurately recorded before closure.
• →Participate in material and labour variance reviews and identify opportunities to improve plant efficiency.
• →Work with the Warehouse Team Lead to resolve shipping issues and communicate updates to the Manufacturing Manager.
• →Maintain health and safety records, employee training records, and contractor and equipment records.
• →Participate in health and safety investigations and collaborate with Human Resources on safe return-to-work programs.
• →Identify equipment issues and coordinate reporting with Maintenance and the Manufacturing Manager.
• →Review production-related purchasing requirements, including PPE and production tools, and submit requests to the appropriate manager.
• →Submit weekly employee timesheets to Human Resources and address missed punches and absences daily.
• →Provide feedback to the Manufacturing Manager regarding employee performance, onboarding, annual reviews, and cross-training.
• →Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, safety standards, and the Albarrie Code of Conduct.
• →Maintain positive, respectful, and collaborative working relationships with employees and management.