Job description
Overview
Our client – Woodbridge Pallet - is seeking a Production Supervisor
This role is on the production floor, overseeing the production team, mainly driving a
forklift and managing the production team building new pallets.
FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED and will be tested.
Afternoon-evenings 2:30-11:30 PM Monday-Friday
About Woodbridge Pallet
Woodbridge Pallet is the North American leader in newly manufactured and recycled
pallets. Now, with 3 locations in Toronto, Mississauga, and Vaughan, this is your
opportunity to build a career with a growing company. We have an unwavering
commitment to customer satisfaction. We know our customer service depends on our
front-line production team.
Sustainability Focus. Our Mission: To provide eco-friendly pallet solutions to optimize
supply chains while minimizing environmental impact.
Our employees enjoy state-of-the-art facilities. We invest in cutting-edge equipment and
automated sorting systems. Our multiple facilities process up to 30,000 plus pallets
daily, ensuring prompt and efficient service for new or recycled pallets.
Your Opportunity:
We are seeking a smart, energetic and proactive Production Lead Hand to join our
team. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and optimizing production
schedules to ensure efficient operations. You will work closely with the New Production
Manager to oversee the new pallet manufacturing process.
We need someone who can think fast on their feet, is good at multi-tasking, can
coordinate jobs and plan for efficiency. You need the confidence to make decisions and
must have great people management skills as you will work with many types of
personalities in on the production floor.
Responsibilities
Key activity - Oversee team of 12-15 staff building new pallets
Key activity - Drive forklift to deliver raw materials and collect completed products
Key activity - Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand forecasts
and inventory levels.
· Working on production floor overseeing manufacturing stations, employees and
equipment
· Coordinate raw materials to be fed to machines consistently and ensure finished
goods are removed so productivity levels are kept at peak performance
· Providing support to Production Manager with the planning and execution of raw
material cutting lists
· Schedule workstations by prioritizing orders to be manufactured based on shipment
time frames
· Perform quality checks, track employee production numbers, monitor safety
compliance and cleanliness of work areas
· Manage, motivate and support 20 to 30 employees between 2 shifts across the
department
· This role is required to span between both day and afternoon shifts – 2:30-11:30PM
Monday – Friday
· Analyze production capacity and adjust schedules as needed to meet changing
demands.
· Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency and make
recommendations for improvements.
· Prepare reports on production status, inventory levels, and scheduling metrics for
management review.
Additional Assets
· Experience with running manufacturing equipment and pneumatic tools an asset
· Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste in
the scheduling process an asset
Qualifications
· Forklift experience required

• Proven experience in production scheduling and demand planning within a
  manufacturing environment.
  · Strong understanding of supply chain processes and manufacturing principles.
  · Excellent analytical skills with the ability to vaticinate potential challenges in the
  production schedule.
  · Detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities
  effectively.
  · Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy in
  scheduling tasks.
  · Mathematical ability required for estimating and creating production schedules
  Requirements
  · This job requires manual labour, able to lift 60 lbs
  · Comfortable in a fast paced, busy, and noisy environment.
  · Ability to change requirements on the fly is a daily occurrence
  · Availability and willingness to work overtime and on weekends as needed
  Qualified Applicants will be asked to complete a Predictive Index as part of the
  application process. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for next steps.
  Compensation
  $24-27 per hour - based on experience - Plus overtime
  We may use AI to assist in screening and tracking applications.
  Qualified Applicants will be asked to complete a Predictive Index assessment.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $24.00-$27.00 per hour
  Additional pay:
• Overtime pay
  Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
  Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed
  Application question(s):
• Available 2:30-11:30 Monday-Friday + Overtime/Weekends as needed?
  Experience:
• Forklift: 2 years (required)
• Manufacturing: 2 years (required)
  Licence/Certification:
• Forklift Licence (required)
  Work Location: In person