Rockwool

Production Supervisor - Yard & Brick Plant

Rockwool$90K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience as a Production Supervisor in a unionized manufacturing environment
  • Leadership experience in a mechanical background
  • Strong experience with automated systems and conveyors
  • Must be trained in Work-at-Height, Confined Space, and First Aid
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word, Project)

Responsibilities

  • Enforce safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment
  • Lead and develop team members to align with company policies
  • Maintain cleanliness and environmental compliance in the plant
  • Ensure proper production of briquettes to meet specifications
  • Oversee handling and storage of materials to prevent quality issues
  • Direct the flow of raw materials and waste for uninterrupted production
  • Execute the production schedule and seek operational improvements
  • Coordinate with Maintenance on equipment reliability and defects
  • Monitor KPIs and engage in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Manage team performance and foster an environment of improvement

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement pension matching program
  • Life and disability insurance programs
  • Educational assistance for professional growth
  • Maternity and paternity leave top-up plans
  • Fitness reimbursement program
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal support
Full Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Production Supervisor - Yard and Briquette Plant at Milton, ON to join our Production Team.

Shift Work – Continental 12- Hour Rotating Shifts, Working Every Second Weekend.

The annual base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 CAD. Your base salary is determined based on location, experience and the pay of employees in similar positions.

Your future team:

You will become part of the Yard and Brick plant team managing a team of 10-15 people and reporting to the Production Manager.

What you will be doing:

  • Enforce all safety policies and procedures (including LOTO, PPE, WAH, Confined Space, First Aid) to maintain a safe work environment.

  • Lead, train, and develop employees to ensure they are competent, safe, and aligned with company policies and regulations.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and environmentally compliant yard and briquette plant.

  • Ensure briquettes are produced in the right quantity and quality to meet cupola and fibre chemistry requirements.

  • Oversee proper handling and storage of raw materials and briquettes to prevent quality issues and cross-contamination.

  • Direct raw material and waste handling to ensure continuous, uninterrupted production flow.

  • Execute the daily briquette production schedule and drive operational improvements in the area.

  • Coordinate closely with Maintenance to report defects, reduce downtime, and support equipment reliability.

  • Monitor and report daily KPIs, participate in Rockwool Excellence activities, and support data-driven improvements.

  • Manage performance and attendance (including feedback and reviews) while fostering continuous improvement in people, processes, and equipment.

What you bring:

  • 3 to 5 years of experience as a Production Supervisor (Mechanical background)

  • Must have leadership experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.

  • Strong experience working with automated systems/conveyors.

  • Must be WAH, Confined Space and First Aid trained.

  • Sound understanding or Lean Manufacturing principles.

  • Strong experience with MS Office products, such as Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word, Project

What we offer:

  • At ROCKWOOL, our culture is one of teamwork, respect, and support. We offer a competitive salary, rewarding career and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

  • Competitive salary

  • Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, and more

  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

  • Retirement Pension Matching Program

  • Life and Disability Programs

  • Educational Assistance

  • Top up plans for maternity and paternity leave

  • Fitness Reimbursement

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Rockwool

Rockwool International A/S, also known as the ROCKWOOL Group, is a Danish multinational manufacturer of mineral wool products headquartered in Hedehusene, Greater Copenhagen, Denmark. The company's product range is focused on insulation for technical installations, building insulation, industrial insulation, and soundproofing. The company operates in 39 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia. The ROCKWOOL Group employs over 11,700 people and generated ?2.9 billion in revenue in 2020.
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