Production Supervisor

About Svante

Svante is a purpose-driven, rapidly growing clean technology company based in Burnaby, BC, Canada, and we’re on a mission to help the world reach net zero with filters and machines that capture and remove CO2 from industrial emissions and the air.

We’re a collaborative, diverse group of people who care about the planet and, through our collective experience and expertise, are working to make an impact on climate change.

If you value a culture that welcomes and includes everyone, and you want to be a part of a growing technology company that’s going to change the world, you’ve come to the right place.

The Role: Production Supervisor – Afternoon shift

Who are you?

The Production Supervisor leads and supports Svante’s Production needs. The Supervisor is expected to work positively and respectfully as part of a team.  The Supervisor is expected to support, manage, and direct Production tasks and issues to deliver Product to customers on time.

The Supervisor will work independently and with the Production group to ensure their team is developing and being supported. The Supervisor will ensure Production is running at the promised rate for Svante’s customers. They will ensure training, safety, and development of the Production team.

Safety is one the key values of Svante. The Supervisor will ensure the Production team is trained on the job at hand, following safe practices, and developed skills are being utilized. If there are concerns or questions from the team, the Supervisor will ensure they are addressed with the right channels.

The Supervisor will support the Production Manager in scheduling Manufacturing of Standard Adsorbent Beds (SABs) and ensuring this schedule is followed. They will be key in reporting issues to Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to address and implement solutions.

The Supervisor will follow Lean Manufacturing principles when supporting and empowering the Production team. The Supervisor is empowered to raise any safety and quality issues immediately.

The Supervisor is expected to actively participate in Svante’s continuous improvement (Kaizen) program.

Customers:

• Production team
• Production Manager
• Manufacturing Engineering
• R&D
• Supply Chain
• Design and Testing Engineering
• VP Product

Suppliers:

• Production Manager
• VP Product
• Material Controller
• Supply Chain

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Work closely with the Production team and Production Manager to ensure Product scheduling is followed.
• Assist Production Manager in reporting Production issues to SMEs.
• Ensure safety and training of Production team members.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering for Production process development.
• Work closely with Quality Department for Quality control processes of Production lines.
• Promote and support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities in Manufacturing.
• Conduct procedures within health and safety guidelines, inform Production Manager of deficiencies.
• Carry out other related tasks and projects as required.
• Manage Production team metrics by communicating job expectations, planning, and monitoring.
• Coach, counsel, and manage Production team’s performance.
• Support staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; develop personal growth opportunities.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in a Production Leadership environment.

• Knowledge:

  • People Management and development skills.
  • Working knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Education: High school or above.

• Characteristics:

  • Ability to perform all assigned tasks, work independently, and complete work on schedule.
  • Follow Production Manager directions to develop and support Production team.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and efficient management of time and resources.
  • Continuous improvement mindset with abilities to identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements.
  • Experience with project management, supporting teams and employees, and troubleshooting of conflict

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Svante is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. All Svante employees share in the responsibility for assuring that, by our personal actions, the policies are effective. Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.