Production Supervisor

About the RoleAs Production Supervisor, you lead a shift team across die casting, foundry, CNC machining and assembly, and you are accountable for safety, quality, productivity and on-time delivery on your shift. This is a hands-on role through start-up and ramp. You will spend most of your time on the production floor, troubleshoot machines and robots alongside your team, and help build the standards, routines and culture of a new plant.
ResponsibilitiesSafety and people leadership
Lead by example in keeping a safe, organized and disciplined workplace, especially around molten metal, high-temperature equipment and automated machinery.
Make sure all plant safety rules, standard operating procedures and work instructions are communicated and followed;
take part in safety audits, daily Gemba walks, workplace inspections and corrective‑action follow‑up.
Plan and direct on‑the‑job training so every team member is competent and qualified for their assigned area;
coach and develop team members on equipment operation, quality expectations and safe work practices.
Manage employee relations on your shift: resolve concerns and conflicts professionally and fairly, keep sensitive personnel matters confidential, and recommend hiring, discipline and termination decisions in line with company policy.
Build a positive, respectful team environment that balances safety, quality, productivity, cost and morale.
Production and operations
Plan, assign and coordinate daily work across die casting, foundry, CNC machining, assembly and supporting functions to meet production targets and customer build plans.
Manage shift schedules, staffing and labour levels;
move people to where they are needed and adjust priorities when equipment fails, problems arise or customer requirements change.
Track shift performance – output, cycle time, equipment utilization, OEE, labour efficiency, scrap and rework – and act quickly to reduce downtime and improve throughput.
Troubleshoot machine stoppages and process interruptions to restore production safely and efficiently.
Keep accurate production records, shift reports, downtime logs and shift handover notes.
Die casting technology and automation
Monitor and adjust die casting machine conditions during production to keep processes stable;
work with Process Engineering to set, validate and optimize machine parameters.
Program, teach and troubleshoot the industrial robots used in die casting (extraction and automated handling), and improve robot routines for cycle time, reliability and quality.
Ensure correct operation of foundry equipment, including ladles, die sprayers and extractor robots.
Apply working knowledge of hydraulic systems and machine components to identify faults and support Maintenance.
Work with Tooling and Engineering to improve die performance, casting consistency and dimensional accuracy.
Quality and continuous improvement
Verify product quality at start‑up, during production and at shift handover against customer and company specifications;
read engineering drawings, part prints and casting specifications.
Investigate defects, process variation and recurring issues with Quality and Engineering, and drive root cause and corrective action.
Follow all IATF 16949 / ISO quality system procedures that apply to the plant's certification scope.
Lead Kaizen and 5S activities in your area, and identify, recommend and implement changes that improve productivity and reduce cost, scrap and rework.
Materials and cross‑functional coordination
Monitor materials, consumables and component availability, and alert Purchasing, Materials and Planning early to shortages or bottlenecks.
Work with Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Tooling and Logistics to resolve issues and meet customer delivery commitments.
Plan for current and future production requirements as the plant ramps up.
Qualifications
5+ years of automotive manufacturing experience, including substantial hands‑on experience in high‑pressure die casting.
3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment;
die casting or metal processing strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of high‑pressure die casting machines, casting processes, machine setup, operating parameters and troubleshooting.
Practical experience with foundry ladles, die sprayers, extraction robots and automated die casting equipment.
Industrial robotics experience, including programming, teaching and troubleshooting.
Working knowledge of hydraulic systems, machine components and automated production equipment.
Ability to read engineering drawings, part prints, casting specifications and quality requirements.
Knowledge of IATF 16949 and lean tools (5S, Kaizen, root cause analysis).
Comfortable with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams and SAP or a similar ERP system.
Secondary school diploma (OSSD) or equivalent;
post‑secondary education in a technical field is an asset.
Able to work assigned shifts, and overtime when required during launch and ramp‑up.
What we're looking for
Safety first.
You never trade safety for output, and your team knows it.
Hands‑on.
You are on the floor, you know the equipment, and you go and see when something is wrong.
Ownership.
You own your shift's results – safety, quality, output and people.
Leadership.
You communicate clearly, coach fairly, handle conflict with respect, and adapt your style to each team member.
Builder mindset.
You are comfortable with change and want to help set up a new plant.
What we offer
Extended health, dental and vision care
Life insurance
Group RRSP with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Tuition reimbursement for job‑related education and professional designations
Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
Company events
Equal opportunity & accessibilityPangeo Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, or disability.
Accommodations are available on request throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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The compensation range above reflects the expected total compensation for this position, inclusive of performance bonus and standard employee benefits, and is provided in accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements. Actual offers may vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
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