Production Supervisor

Chatham-Kent, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 3, 2026
1 position

$60,000–$75,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 3+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Production Supervisor oversees daily manufacturing operations, ensuring team productivity, quality compliance, and adherence to safety standards. They are responsible for managing manufacturing technicians, analyzing production data, and driving process improvement initiatives.

Job details

Are You Ready to Excel at Select Finishing? Join Our Team! Established in 2004, Select Finishing is a leader in the finishing and coatings industry with over two decades of excellence in powder, e-coating, and liquid finishes. We're known for our commitment to safety, quality, and strict adherence to ISO and AAMA standards. Location: Wallaceburg, ON – On-Site Department: Production Reports To: Production Manager Employment Type: Salary Job Status: This is a replacement role Shift: Monday - Friday Days, Afternoons, and Midnight Shift Job Purpose ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations in the manufacturing area, ensuring effective team management, operational efficiency, quality control, and adherence to safety standards. This role fosters a positive work culture and drives continuous improvement per Select Finishing’s strategic objectives. Duties ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Team Leadership and Development: Directly manage a team of manufacturing technicians and operators, promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Facilitate regular team meetings and performance discussions, providing guidance, support, and feedback. Develop team members through targeted training programs and career development opportunities. Operational Management: Oversee production processes to ensure timely execution and quality compliance. Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement in efficiency and output. Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow and meet production targets. Safety and Compliance: Uphold all company safety protocols, conducting regular safety training and audits. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements. Implement preventative measures to maintain a safe working environment. Process Improvement: Champion initiatives aimed at process optimization, waste reduction, and cost-efficiency. Collaborate with the Quality Control team to uphold product standards and address any quality issues. Encourage a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation within the team. Knowledge (30%) ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Minimum Relevant Work Experience (years) 3-5 years Describe Experience Required Upon Hire Minimum 3 years experience in a manufacturing supervisory role. Minimum Formal Education Required Upon Hire (details here) ☒ Grade 12, GED ☐ Certificate ☐ Skilled Trade License ☒ College Diploma ☐ University Degree Required Training Provided ☒ Production Floor Training ☒ Management Training ☒ H&S Training ☒ WHMIS 2015 Responsibilities (30%) ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Responsibility for Others Supervise what group/department Production Employees How many people: 10 – 20 employees ☒ Formally instructs/delegates ☒ Assigns work ☐ Informally instructs/delegates ☒ Schedules others ☒ Enforces policies and procedures ☒ Gives feedback (coaching) ☒ Conducts performance reviews ☐ Disciplines ☐ Recommends on hiring, promotions, and ending employment ☐ Makes final decisions on hiring, promotions, and ending employment Responsibility for Information Level of Confidentiality ☐ Low ☐ Mid ☒ High Demonstrate or Teach Others ☒ Formally ☐ Informally Presenting or Reporting Info ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ Somewhat Describe the information and its use: The Production Supervisor must maintain a high level of confidentiality. Responsibility for Physical Resources ☐ Building and contents ☒ Computer, tablet, electronic device ☒ Key Holder ☒ Office Equipment ☒ Tools and Equipment ☐ Vehicles ☐ Approve Expenditures ☐ Total Value of Responsibility $ Effort (20%) __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Physical Effort Hours per day Activity <1 1-3 4-6 7+ ☐ Travel ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ Lifting or carrying heavy objects ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☒ Standing and walking ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☒ Repetitive movement ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☒ Bending or crouching ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☒ Pushing or pulling ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☐ In cramped or awkward positions ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ Mental Effort Activity Hours per day <1 1-3 4-6 7+ ☒ Multiple deadlines ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☒ Intense listening/concentration (inquires, complaints, meetings) ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☒ Interruptions ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☒ Urgent or unpredictable work ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☒ Emotionally charged situations ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☒ Crisis intervention ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ Working Conditions (20%) __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Daily Activity Infrequent Occasional Frequent Constant ☒ Chemicals ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☐ Fumes/Odours ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ Loud Noise ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☒ Extreme Temps ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ Vibrations ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ Office Environment ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ What We Offer: Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package. Collaborative Work Environment: Thrive in a team-oriented and innovative workplace. Room for Growth: We are an evolving company who supports internal advancement and employee development. Join Us: This is your chance to play a pivotal role in our key operations at Select Finishing. Please apply now to join our team and make a significant impact! Select Finishing is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and accessible work environment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the OHRC. If you require any accommodation to participate in the hiring process or to perform the essential duties of the position, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful, dignified, and confidential manner. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory role. A college diploma or equivalent education is required for this position.