Matting Shop Foreman in Nisku, Alberta at Backwoods

Backwoods Energy Services is a leading supplier of access and matting solutions, civil and forestry services, pipeline maintenance and security services in Western Canada. We have been able to attract best-in-class management, staff, and operators from across the industry, allowing us to successfully complete some of the largest midstream and utility projects in Alberta. Moreover, we have become the largest employer of Alexis band members, the largest independent source of income in the community.

Each day, our team strives to live our mission of Driving economic opportunity by empowering Indigenous people and communities. The work we do at Backwoods is meaningful, as it helps build and grow the Alexis community. Experiencing the impact that our work has for building a sustainable future for Alexis is something we are passionate about.

Backwoods Energy Services is 100% owned by the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation and one of the largest Indigenous owned companies in Canada.

Role Summary

The Production Supervisor is accountable for the safety, quality and productivity for the production of access matts in the matt fabrication shop. Offering hands-on support to the production team when required the Production Supervisor leads the team to continuously improve performance while training and implementing LEAN operating principles.

Responsibilities

· Establish and grow a culture where safety is a core value and all team members are engaged and accountable in injury and loss prevention which includes adherence to reporting processes.

· Lead team in the execution of the production schedule in an effective manner.

· Prepare inventory reports to keep Director of Operations, Access Solutions informed of deviations from plan and engages appropriate resources in problem resolution.

· Engage all members of the team in continuous improvement and drive world-class results.

· Inspire team members to be engaged and motivated, by communicating effectively, supporting stake-holders’ needs, and recognizing celebrating individual and team achievements.

· Ensure all employees wear the required PPE to safely perform job tasks to completion

· Ensure all machines and equipment are in safe operating condition & safe material handling techniques are being used.

· Ensure material handling equipment is inspected daily prior to use & all materials are stored correctly and safely.

· Provide hands-on training to employees.

· Conduct department tailgate meetings.

· Monitor and approve employee time off requests and employee attendance

Qualifications

· Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in a production plant environment

· An understanding of products and process knowledge is an asset

· Excellent communications skills, verbal and written

· Self-starter, ability to work under minimal to no supervision

· Ability to motivate and encourage employee performance

· Problem solver and trouble shooting skills

· Positive and supportive attitude

· Ability to deal with a diverse workforce along with demonstration of valuing teamwork.

· Value meeting the expectations and requirements of internal customers