Overview
Production Supervisor Jobs in St. Catharines at DECORA Powder Coatings
Production Supervisor
About Decora Powder Coatings Ltd.:With over 35 years of industry expertise, Decora Powder Coatings Ltd. leads in powder coating and material manufacturing. Our dedication to quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service drives everything we do. We cultivate a work environment focused on quality, safety, and competitive pricing, valuing teamwork and each employee’s role in our collective success. Decora is committed to maintaining a clean and well-organized facility, ensuring a safe and efficient environment for all our employees.
We are seeking motivated professionals who are enthusiastic about contributing to our mission and thriving in a collaborative environment. If you’re passionate about making a significant impact and advancing in a leading industry, Decora Powder Coatings Ltd. welcomes you to join our team, where your skills drive our success.
Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on and results-driven Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations on the production floor. The ideal candidate will ensure schedules are met, manpower is effectively allocated, and production runs efficiently while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
· Maintain and execute daily and weekly production schedules
· Organize manpower and allocate workforce based on production needs
· Supervise and lead production employees to meet output and quality targets
· Communicate regularly with the Operations Manager regarding performance, issues, and delays
· Troubleshoot production challenges and implement corrective actions quickly
· Ensure all products meet company quality standards through ongoing inspections and checks
· Monitor workflow and identify opportunities for process improvements
· Enforce safety policies and promote a strong safety culture on the floor
· Ensure proper documentation and production records are completed accurately
· Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiency
Qualifications & Experience
· Proven experience as a Production Supervisor in a high-volume manufacturing environment
· Strong leadership and team management skills
· Solid understanding of production scheduling and workforce planning
· Experience with troubleshooting production issues in real-time
· Quality-focused mindset with attention to detail
· Strong knowledge of workplace safety practices and regulations
· Excellent communication and organizational skills
· Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience in powder coating, metal finishing, or similar industrial processes
· Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
· Basic computer skills for reporting and production tracking
What We Offer
· Competitive salary (based on experience)
· Opportunities for growth and advancement
· Dynamic and team-oriented work environment
· Stable, long-term employment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $53,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Ability to commute/relocate:
- St. Catharines, ON L2S 3V5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have supervising in a manufacturing environment?
- Have you directly supervised hourly production employees on a shop floor?
- What was the average team size you supervised?
- Have you been responsible for meeting daily production targets?
- Do you have experience in powder coating, paint lines, or metal finishing?
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Production Supervisor
Company: DECORA Powder Coatings
Location: St. Catharines
