Are you a hands-on Production leader with a passion for driving operational excellence? Do you thrive in a fast-paced production environment, where quality, efficiency, and teamwork are the keys to success? If you have a knack for solving problems and motivating teams, this could be your next opportunity!

Who are we?

OWN IT! It’s on the back of all of our shirts. This is because Centra is 100% employee owned. We specialize in manufacturing our own high performance vinyl windows (yup, proudly Canadian!), installing them ourselves (no outsourcing here!), and are experts in building envelope restorations. With 39 years in the game, we've got it down pat. We’ve won national awards for our culture including Best Managed Companies and Canadas Most Admired Corporate Culture. Work for a company where you're not just an employee but an owner, and watch your equity grow beyond your paycheck with our employee-ownership program. OWN your career. OWN your growth. OWN your future. OWN IT with Centra!

Position Description:

As a Production Supervisor at our state-of-the-art vinyl window plant, you’ll play a critical role in overseeing production operations, ensuring the timely and efficient manufacture of top-quality windows and patio doors. You’ll be instrumental in maintaining a safe and productive workplace while championing continuous improvement. This is your chance to join a company that’s growing and transforming its production processes—your leadership will directly impact our success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Production Teams: Manage daily production activities to ensure targets are met. You’ll break down goals into achievable tasks and proactively address any delays by reallocating resources or coordinating overtime.
• Ensure Quality: Oversee product quality control to ensure all products meet stringent standards. You’ll collaborate closely with the quality team to address any non-conformances and train staff to uphold high quality levels.
• Safety First: As a safety leader, you’ll maintain and enforce a safe working environment, adhering to COR standards and promoting safety culture across teams.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process enhancements to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall production outcomes.
• Team Management & Development: Lead, mentor, and train production staff, ensuring skills development and high engagement. You’ll be responsible for managing team performance, resolving issues, and assisting in recruitment efforts as the plant grows.
• Equipment Oversight: Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure equipment is properly maintained and that your team is trained on proper machine use. You’ll ensure any mechanical issues are reported promptly.

Must Have Qualifications:

• Proven Leadership: 2+ years of hands-on supervisory experience in a production environment, particularly in technical or assembly-based products.
• First Aid Certification: Intermediate First Aid is required for ensuring the safety and well-being of your team. If you do not have Intermediate you must have Basic First Aid and willing to get certified for Intermediate First Aid which we will provide.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Production & Quality Control Expertise: Strong background in managing production schedules, overseeing quality assurance, and enforcing SOPs.
• Problem Solver & Innovator: Ability to identify issues quickly, implement corrective actions, and continuously seek out improvements to drive efficiency.
• Safety Champion: A track record of maintaining a safe working environment and meeting industry safety standards.
• Strong Communication & People Skills: You’re a confident communicator and an effective leader who can motivate and manage teams, conduct performance reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional departments.

Shift Time:

• This position is for our evening shift: 12:00pm – 8:30pm Monday to Friday
• Overtime is occasionally required

Grow your career with us, an Award Winning Company!

An extraordinary career journey awaits in a realm where our culture isn't just a buzzword; it's a proven powerhouse. Picture this: we won the 2022 National Award for "Best Managed Companies," standing tall among the finest in Canada's private sector. This accolade isn't just a pat on the back; it's a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence.

But that's not all. We're also the proud recipient of the National WaterStone Award for "Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture." This isn't your run-of-the-mill acknowledgment; it's a celebration of our unwavering dedication, unparalleled work ethic, and a commitment to a culture that doesn't just thrive – it propels us to a league of our own.

So, if you're ready to be part of a team that doesn't just talk culture, but lives and breathes it to the point of earning accolades, then welcome to a workplace that doesn't just set standards; we redefine them. Join us, and let your career flourish in the vibrant tapestry of our award-winning culture!

Check us out:

Explore the full Centra experience by checking us out on our website at centra.ca. Dive into our vibrant community on Facebook under Centra Windows and catch behind-the-scenes glimpses on Instagram @Centrawindows. Discover more about who we are, what we stand for, and why we're not just a workplace but a culture.