Production Supervisor (Day Shift)

Manufacturing assembly, production team leadership, continuous improvement and high-precision manufacturing.

As a Production Supervisor, you will lead a manufacturing team responsible for building CAE's industry-leading flight simulators. You will oversee daily production activities, ensuring safety, quality, productivity and delivery objectives are achieved while supporting a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

We are looking for a hands-on leader who enjoys working on the production floor, solving problems and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Description

Join a manufacturing team where your impact will be direct and visible. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day production activities while ensuring safety, quality, operational performance and employee development.

This position is ideal for a leader who can engage teams, improve processes and contribute to achieving production goals in a complex, technology-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Supervise, coach and develop a team of production employees in a manufacturing environment

Manage daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, productivity and delivery objectives are achieved

Foster a positive, collaborative and accountable team culture

Ensure compliance with health and safety, quality and manufacturing standards

Monitor production schedules and proactively address issues that may impact project milestones and delivery timelines

Coordinate workforce allocation, materials and resources to support production requirements

Analyze operational performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and productivity

Lead continuous improvement and change management initiatives

Establish, implement and maintain production procedures and operational standards

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing objectives and customer commitments

Manage employees in accordance with company policies and collective agreements

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum 5 years of experience leading teams in a manufacturing or production environment

Experience managing production schedules, workforce planning and operational performance

Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment

Experience working in a unionized environment

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

Knowledge of manufacturing health and safety best practices

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Experience working in a complex, technology-driven or evolving manufacturing environment

Strong communication skills in both French and English

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading teams through organizational or operational change

Demonstrated ability to engage employees and foster adoption during periods of change

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Results-oriented mindset with a proactive approach

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Experience in aerospace, defence or other complex manufacturing industries

Benefits

Group insurance

Telemedicine services

Employee Assistance Program

Employee stock purchase plan

Group RRSP

Defined benefit pension plan

Sabbatical leave

Enhanced parental leave

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About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.

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