Skip to Main Content

Job Title


Planer Supervisor


Company : Conifex Timber Inc.


Location : Mackenzie, British Columbia


Created : 2026-02-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OverviewAs an integral part of the Mackenzie Team, the Planer Production Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of hourly employees to ensure efficient operations, meet production goals, and maintain high standards in quality and recovery. Youll coordinate workflows, optimize processes, and manage shift performance while staying within approved budgets. The Planer Production Supervisor is responsible for the safety, organization, training and leadership of all employees while ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety regulations and company policies. The Planer Supervisor reviews service requests to ensure efficient and cost-effective solutions.ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership, support, and direction to direct reports as well as the implementation and management of the divisional safety program including incident investigation and reportingProvide leadership and support in implementing corrective measures to overcome equipment problemsReceive calls for troubleshooting on building mechanical systemsInspect facilities for deficiencies and prepare reports and work ordersProvide leadership and support in ensuring cost targets are met regarding budgetFile Management - Time and Attendance, Work Orders, Safety Tracking System, attend production and safety meetings, maintain documentation for operations, safety, and personnel, participate in discipline actions and employee development, and any other programs used by the CompanyAdminister Company, Government, and other regulated bodies' policies and practices including the Collective Agreement identifying actions required to achieve complianceEducation & CertificatesHigh School Diploma or GED (Post-secondary education preferred)Grading TicketSkills and QualificationsStrong mechanical aptitude and understanding of Planer Mill OperationsProven ability in safety management, leadership and development skillsExcellent interpersonal, analytical, problem solving and team building skillsSolid understanding and knowledge of optimization equipment and processesStrong business acumenStrong organizational skills with the ability to adapt to continually changing internal/external business conditionsAn effective communicator, with strong verbal, written and presentation skillsExperienceMinimum 5 years of industrial supervisory experienceAbility to work under pressure and manage multiple prioritiesKnowledgeKnowledge of preventative and corrective maintenanceExtrasWork Schedule: Monday-Friday/Days and Afternoon shift rotations #J-18808-Ljbffr