Production Supervisor

Company Introduction

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

Group Division

At Arrow Engineered Products, we design and manufacture turnkey solutions for a wide range of customers with needs in nuclear, chemical mixing, heat exchanger, and autoclave systems, including fuel storage and various custom-designed pressure and non-pressure systems, all in compliance with ASME, PED, ULC, and API certified design criteria.

Compensation Range: $90,000 - 110,000 annually

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities within the welding and fabrication shop.

• Lead shop floor personnel to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and delivery targets are achieved.

• Assign work orders and manpower based on production priorities, employee skillsets, and operational requirements.

• Ensure all required materials, drawings, tooling, and work instructions are available prior to job start-up.

• Monitor workflow and production performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks or operational issues as they arise.

• Communicate effectively with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Scheduling departments regarding production concerns, material shortages, drawing revisions, and lead times.

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.

• Conduct daily supervision activities including attendance management, scheduling, overtime allocation, vacation coordination, and shift coverage.

• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to employees to support skill development and accountability.

• Participate in employee performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and corrective action processes in coordination with Human Resources.

• Support onboarding and training of new employees on shop procedures, welding standards, equipment operation, and safe work practices.

• Monitor quality throughout fabrication and welding processes to ensure compliance with customer specifications, welding procedures, and company standards.

• Assist with inspection activities including dimensional verification, weld quality checks, and completion of required production documentation.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to productivity, workflow efficiency, quality, on-time delivery, and reduction of rework and overtime.

• Review and maintain production records, time and attendance reporting, and other operational documentation as required.

• Lead by example in maintaining professionalism, teamwork, and a positive shop culture.

Required

• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing, fabrication, or welding environment.

• Previous experience managing employee relations, attendance, performance management, and disciplinary actions.

• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and blueprints from CAD systems.

• Strong understanding of welding and fabrication processes in a custom manufacturing environment.

• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced production setting.

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Comfortable leading day-to-day shop floor operations independently.

Assets

• Previous experience in a custom fabrication or weld shop environment.

• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and visual manufacturing processes.

• Experience with corrective actions, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Familiarity with ASME codes, N299 requirements

• Hands-on welding or metal fabrication experience considered an asset.

• Visual Manufacturing ERP

Physical Effort

• Walking, standing, sitting, and repetitive hand / wrist / finger movements using keyboard on computer system

Physical Environment

• Office and Industrial environment: Noise, Weld fumes, weld flash, machining fumes, oils / dust, paint fumes, degreasers/grease, compressed gasses and metal filings

Sensory Attention

• Attention to detailed drawings relating to the product being produced

• Constant awareness that manufacturing processes meet customer specifications

• Awareness toward safety compliance and issues

Mental Stress

• Pressure to meet timelines/ deadlines

• Dealing with difficult people (employees, customers, co-workers)

• Organizational attitudes and behaviors

• Medium, level of stress

What We Offer - Your Benefits Package

At Arrow, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.

Health & Wellness

• Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
• Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
• Fitness membership discount
• Work boots and prescription safety glasses program

Financial Benefits

• Automatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
• RRSP Match Program
• Life and travel insurance for you and your family
• Attendance Bonus & Profit Sharing
• Employee Discount Program

Time Off & Culture

• Three weeks vacation days to start
• Regular company events and team activities
• Supportive, inclusive workplace culture

Career Growth

• Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training
• Red Seal Program

Arrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Candidates please note, we do not use AI for application screening.

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