Forestry Production Supervisor (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Impact Recruitment

  Okanagan, British Columbia, Canada

Job Title: Forestry Production Supervisor, Okanagan
Salary: $75,000-$80,000
Industry: Forestry 
Location: Okanagan, BC 

Dreaming of moving to the Okanagan with a lower cost of living? Now is your chance! A well established, forest products company are adding a Production Supervisor to mentor and coach their growing production team. You will be a leader and have minimum 2+ years of experience working as a Shift Supervisor in wood products manufacturing – OSB, Plywood, Sawmill or any other Engineered wood products. Relocating for your next job can be so exciting – especially moving to a location that hosts endless outdoor amenities, beautiful weather and not to mention when they assist you in the relocation costs - apply now! This company are hiring immediately.

JOB DESCRIPTION: 
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Shift Supervisor will be responsible for the supervision, coaching and training of the plant’s production team during the assigned shift. Your duties will include (but are not limited to): 
·         Work closely with Management and the Maintenance department to ensure plant’s production is optimized and Production KPIs are met
·         Schedule manpower and equipment
·         Mentor team in productivity, operations and safety
·         Identify talent for development
·         Monitor KPIs and Performance – conduct annual performance reviews
·         Work with Management to determine departmental budget and then manage budget
·         Foster a work safety culture
·         Participate in various optimization, LEAN and Six Sigma projects  
MUST HAVES: 
·         Minimum 2 years of experience supervising a team of 10+
·         MUST have previous supervisory experience in wood product manufacturing
·         Strong leadership qualities
·         Education: Grade 12  
NICE TO HAVES: 
·         LEAN Manufacturing experience
·         Schooling in Wood Manufacturing
·         Leadership training

Compensation

Salary: $75,000-$80,000

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

· Annual salary of up to $80,000 (negotiable)
· 19 days of vacation to start
· Benefits: Full coverage – dental, medical, orthodontics, vision, long term disability insurance, life insurance, paramedical
· MSP Paid in full
· RRSP Contribution plan
· Tuition Reimbursement
· Development Programmes