Production Supervisor

Boart Longyear is an integrated drilling services and drilling products provider, producing, manufacturing and operating equipment for the minerals industry, with a drilling presence in water exploration, environmental sampling, energy and oil sands exploration. The Company operates in Asia Pacific, Canada, USA, South America, Europe and Africa.

We are currently seeking a self-motivated **Production Supervisor** to fill a position that will be based in **North Bay, Ontario**. Boart Longyear is committed to high quality, safety, environmental and continuous improvement practices. Applicants should be able to demonstrate shared values in this area.

**This position is a full-time role and hours of work will be rotating shifts of 8-hr, 10-hr or 12-hr, with the possibility of moving to a 24/7 schedule.**

**The Company**

Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is in its 131st year as the world’s leading provider of drilling services, orebody-data-collection technology, and innovative, safe and productivity-driven drilling equipment. With its main focus in mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities, including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals, the company also holds a substantial presence in the energy, oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors.

The Global Drilling Services division operates for a diverse mining customer base with drilling methods including diamond coring exploration, reverse circulation, large diameter rotary, mine dewatering, water supply drilling, pump services, production, and sonic drilling services.

The Geological Data Services division utilizes innovative scanning technology and down-hole instrumentation tools to capture detailed geological data from drilled core and chip samples. This valuable orebody knowledge gives mining companies the ability to make timely decisions for more efficient exploration activities.

The Global Products division offers sophisticated research and development 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 quality parts for customers worldwide.

**Duties and Responsibilities (include but are not limited to the following)**:
Key duties include:

- Supervise unionized workforce
- Monitor attendance, payroll, timecards
- Assist with Operator Training
- Take an active roll in Boart Longyear’s Lean program
- Help with continuous improvement projects throughout the shop
- Make improvements in our Product Manufacturing Processes (Cycle / Lead times)
- Be an active contributor to our ISO-9001/2000, ISO-14000 and ISO-18000 programs
- Assist with the monthly Quality / Safety Meetings - Maintain a professional, clean shop

**Required Skills and Experience**

The successful applicant will possess the following skills and experience:

- Supervisory experience
- 5+ years machining experience
- Working knowledge of CBA administration in a unionized environment
- Knowledge of Health and Safety laws of Ontario
- Good knowledge of CNC Programming/CNC/MC machine set up
- Troubleshooting skills
- Good communication skills
- Able to work rotating shift work consisting of 8-hr, 10-hr or 12-hr shifts

**Reporting Relationship**

The position reports directly to the Production Manager, who is located in North Bay, Ontario.

**Perks, Benefits and Compensation**

We know that talented people are attracted to companies with long term success, an amazing culture. We also know you want a company that provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and outstanding career advancement opportunities. We offer:

- Strong compensation plan
- Competitive Benefit program (Life, Disability, Health & Dental)
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan
- Robust Vacation Program

Application question(s):

- This position is a full-time role and hours of work will be rotating shifts of 8-hr, 10-hr or 12-hr, with the possibility of moving to a 24/7 schedule. Will this be an issue?
- This position is located in North bay, ON and we do not offer relocation support. Will this be an issue?

**Experience**:

- Supervisor/production supervisor: 2 years (required)
- Machining: 5 years (required)

Work Location: One location