Production Supervisor

Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials – the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.

Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources.

Join nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration.

This is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 05/24/2026

Introduction
We are seeking a Production Supervisor to join our Manufacturing / Production team. You will be responsible for overseeing daily production operations, including mold assembly, and manufacturing execution, ensuring products are delivered on time and meet quality standards. This role involves coordinating people, processes, and equipment while driving continuous improvement. Your role plays a crucial part in ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing operations, which will positively impact operational performance, customer satisfaction, and cost effectiveness. In this position, you will report to the Production Manager.
This position is located in Sudbury manufacturing location.

Team you belong to
You will join a team of manufacturing and production professionals dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and high‑quality production output. The team strives to meet customer demand through standardized processes, operational excellence, and strong shop‑floor leadership. We are currently working on production optimization, continuous improvement initiatives, new product industrialization, and daily manufacturing execution.
We work closely with internal stakeholders, such as Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain, to ensure seamless production flow and alignment with technical and quality requirements. Our team culture is all about safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on Lean and Kaizen principles. The members of our team are located in local and global manufacturing locations, supporting broader operational and technology initiatives.

What you’ll do

• Oversee daily production operations, including order receipt, production planning, mold assembly, and manufacturing execution to meet quality and delivery targets.
• Optimize the use of manpower, machines, and materials to ensure production is completed within defined lead times.
• Apply technical expertise in injection molding processes to maintain stable, efficient, and capable production.
• Standardize and continuously improve production processes, layouts, work instructions, and SOPs in line with global and local standards.
• Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), driving actions that enhance productivity, safety, quality, and cost performance.
• Support equipment maintenance activities, including breakdown support and preventive maintenance planning.
• Lead quality management activities, including ISO 9001 compliance, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive actions.
• Supervise and guide production teams, fostering a strong culture of teamwork, safety, discipline, and continuous improvement.

Who you are

• You hold an advanced degree in mechanical, production, or industrial engineering, or a closely related field.
• You bring at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing, production, industrial engineering, or maintenance environments.
• You have strong knowledge of production processes, with plastic injection molding experience considered an advantage (nice‑to‑have).
• You apply a Lean mindset, using Kaizen, continuous improvement tools, and performance management techniques effectively.
• You are experienced in quality systems such as ISO 9001, with exposure to Six Sigma or statistical methods (nice‑to‑have).
• You demonstrate strong analytical, problem‑solving, and root‑cause analysis skills..
• You communicate confidently in English and remain flexible and responsive in a dynamic production environment.
• As a people leader, you collaborate effectively across functions and guide teams through change and improvement initiatives

What's in it for you

An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare,  mental well-being services, and engagement surveys.
Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.
 
Get in touch

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click ‘Apply now’ to leave your application.
For additional information, you can call Gustavo Garces, Talent Acquisition Specialist at gustavo.garces@metso.com
We understand that some highly capable candidates might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every listed qualification. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.
For positions that may be performed in Ontario, the expected salary range is $69,800.00 – $81,500.00 CAD per year. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on skills, experience, and role-related qualifications. Compensation for roles performed outside Ontario will be determined in accordance with applicable local laws and market conditions.

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.
 

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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