Production Supervisor, Operations Engineering at L3Harris

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L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Production Supervisor, Operations Engineering 

Job Location: Montréal, QC

Job Code: 46848

Job Schedule: Day Shift

Compensation Range: Between $75,000 - $125,000 CDN annually

Maritime International, a division of L3Harris, is a leading global supplier of ITAR-Free controls and simulation solutions for marine, power, and space sectors as well as naval communications, underwater acoustics, handling systems, and visual landing aids. We take pride in our many products and geographically diversified organizations and are excited about our future. The talent, expertise, and commitment of our people continue to drive our success.

The Production Supervisor provides daily leadership and operational oversight for the assembly and integration teams within the Operations Engineering department. This role focuses on executing project-based master schedules in a high-variety, low-volume manufacturing environment. The Supervisor ensures that safety, quality, and productivity targets are met while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.  

Essential Functions:

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of approximately 15 direct reports across Assembly and Integration functions.

• Conduct performance reviews, manage staffing levels, and handle employee relations or disciplinary actions.

• Build a culture of accountability, integrity, safety, and continuous improvement by fostering strong communication between production, quality, engineering, and planning.

• Manage training and development needs to ensure the team maintains required technical certifications and safety standards.

Operational Execution

• Lead day-to-day production operations to meet master schedule requirements and cost objectives.

• Facilitate daily Gemba Meetings to align the team on project goals and resolve immediate floor hurdles.

• Monitor and manage key production metrics, including Hours Per Unit (HPU), Master Schedule Attainment (MSA), and yield.

• Identify and execute lean manufacturing activities to improve flow and eliminate waste.

Technical Skills

• Technical understanding of electrical and electronics theory, hands-on manufacturing, assembly, system integration, testing, and troubleshooting processes within a low-volume, high-mix production environment.

• Ability to interpret technical documentation, including drawings, schematics, diagrams, work instructions, and specifications.

• Ability to provide technical guidance, assess workmanship, and support root cause investigations and corrective actions.

Compliance, Quality & Support

• Ensure strict compliance with Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) policies and 'Zero Injury Plans' (ZIP).

• Maintain adherence to ISO 9001 quality standards and ESD-safe requirements.

• Provide operational support for the calibration database, ensuring department tools and testing equipment remain in compliance.

• Support hazardous material management and documentation requirements for the production floor.

Administration & Coordination

• Review and approve employee timesheets and process department procurement requests.

• Coordinate production readiness and resource planning with the Operations Project Manager (OPM).

• Provide timely updates on production performance, risks, and recovery plans to senior leadership.

Qualifications: 

Required Education & Experience

• Degree or diploma in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.

• 5-8+ years of experience in production or manufacturing management.

• Proficient in English.

• Working knowledge of electronic test equipment, 

• Must be a Canadian Citizen and able to obtain Controlled Goods, Reliability Status, and NATO Secret security clearances.

Strategic Assets

• Certified in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma (Green Belt or equivalent).

• Proven experience leading diverse technical teams in a production facility with varying levels of seniority and expertise .

• Familiarity with AS9001 is considered an asset.

• Experience with Infor LN (ERP & PLM ) is considered a strong asset.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris' sole discretion.

This job is for an existing vacancy

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada Reliability status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.