Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations

Job Description

External Job Description

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Group Manager is a front-line leadership role at JELD-WEN’s Winnipeg manufacturing site. This position supports and motivates production teams to meet goals and uphold our high product quality standards. With a focus on safety and continuous improvement, the Group Manager is key to our operational success and team culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute production plans to meet targets efficiently.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.
• Deliver hands-on safety training.
• Monitor team performance and hold employees accountable to goals.
• Support employee development through coaching, training, and feedback.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and implement manufacturing processes.
• Track attendance using the digital timekeeping system.
• Plan labor needs based on production demands.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education or equivalent management experience.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing leadership experience required.
• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of windows and doors manufacturing is an asset.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Willingness to learn hands-on to support training and mentorship.
• Experience with LEAN and Continuous Improvement is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a diverse workplace.
• Strong time management and ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Familiarity with UKG Dimensions or similar timekeeping systems is an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude and ERP/data management experience are assets.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits (health, dental, life insurance).
• Employee & Family Assistance Program.

JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.