Shift Supervisor - Production

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Shift Supervisor to join our Boart Longyear team in North Bay, ON.

Position Summary
The Shift Supervisor will oversee the operations of a unionized high-production machine shop as per the collective agreement. The role involves assisting with payroll, maintaining the production schedule, ensuring adherence to health and safety procedures, and monitoring quality and environmental system procedures. The Shift Supervisor will also conduct monthly departmental safety and quality meetings.

• Lead Production Staff:
  Direct and supervise the activities of production staff to achieve production targets in a safe and efficient manner.
• Manage Operations:
  Oversee the processing operations during the assigned shift, ensuring work practices and procedures are followed.
• Production Scheduling:
  Establish and maintain production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Health & Safety:
  Ensure all employees adhere to safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Conduct safety meetings and provide training as necessary.
• Quality Control:
  Monitor compliance with ISO-9001 quality systems and any other ISO systems. Perform quality checks and recommend improvements.
• Good Knowledge of CNC Programming/CNC/MC machine set up

Minimum Qualifications

• Familiarity with ISO-9001 Quality System and Environmental System.
• Must have permanent work authorization for Canada.
• Valid Canadian Driver’s License.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a unionized setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including the midnight shift.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in business management, engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience
• Certified Machinist
• Experience in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols and regulations.

Additional Information

• This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Existing Vacancy:
  Yes

Compensation, Benefits and Perks
Talented people are attracted to companies with long-term success and a supportive workplace culture that encourages work-life balance. Boart Longyear offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. If hired, you can expect:

• strong compensation plan
• medical, vision, and dental program
• retirement program
• employee recognition rewards program (BRAVO)
• employee assistance program

Company Overview
Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading provider of innovative, safe, and productivity-driven drilling equipment and tooling. With a primary focus on mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities—including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals—the Company also supports activities in the energy, oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors.

The Drilling Products division delivers advanced research and development capabilities and holds hundreds of patented designs to manufacture, market, and service reliable drill rigs, innovative drill string products, rugged performance tooling, durable drilling consumables, and high-quality parts for customers worldwide. These products are engineered to meet the evolving needs of the global drilling industry, offering maximum performance, reliability, and safety in the most demanding conditions.

Our People
At Boart Longyear, people are our most important asset. We recognize that the best ideas emerge through collaboration among individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. That is why we are committed to fostering diverse, inclusive teams and work environments free from discrimination and harassment—spaces where everyone can contribute and be heard.

Our Vision
To create products and solutions that empower the exploration and extraction of minerals to enable life and prosperity.

Our Values
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