Job Description
Shift Supervisor
Posting Start Date:  6/12/26
Industrial Operations
Canada
Nexans Canada Inc.-Fergus
Full Time
Junior professional – up to 5 years
ID:  80399

PRIMARY FUNCTION  

Supervise all areas of the Plant during off-shift hours (Modified Work Week schedule).  Ensure safety, quality, monitor production and troubleshoot equipment and process problems.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the Production Manager.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure all health and safety regulations are enforced and complied with and that precautions are taken preventing potential hazards.
  • Aware of planned manning and production schedules.
  • Monitor the performance of scheduled equipment to ensure efficient production flow and achievement of production objectives
  • Work directly with Maintenance to troubleshoot equipment, process and quality problems while minimizing equipment downtime and inefficiency.
  • Ensure communication with Department Supervisors through daily shift reports, email and direct communication at shift change.
  • Recommend new or improved production techniques or equipment to improve efficiencies and quality or to reduce costs.
  • Maintain the security of the Plant.  Make regular Plant tours to ensure that doors are locked and fire and security systems are working properly.
  • Work on various projects as assigned.
  • Manage visual flow of the plant.
  • Apply the CBA consistently as required.
  • Support and seek opportunities to reduce environmental impacts through waste reductions, recycling and reduction of pollution of air, water, soil and resources.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Problem solving ability
  • Effective people management skills
  • Communication skills
  • Understanding of production processes, scheduling and quality assurance

 REQUIREMENTS

  • Technical degree or diploma an asset
  • Familiar with control systems, manufacturing processes
  • 3 years manufacturing experience
  • Wire and Cable experience an asset
Information at a Glance

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