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About this Operations Supervisor - Electrical Power role at Finning

Finning · Onsite · Red Deer, AB, CA

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Finning is looking for a hands-on Shop Supervisor to help launch and grow a new assembly focused operation. This is a unique opportunity to join a startup environment with an established company where you’ll shape processes, build a high-performing team, and establish an Electric Power Packaging Facility customer centered on safety, quality and operational excellence.

If you are a collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving problems, and isn’t afraid to roll up your sleeves outside of traditional responsibilities, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Description:

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead and develop a team of up to 30 technicians, creating a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Champion safety through daily meetings, hazard assessments, inspections, regulatory compliance and adherence to company policies and procedures
  • Collaborate with other stakeholders to successfully execute operations and meet customer requirements
  • Coordinate work orders, manpower, resolution of customer and supplier issues
  • Drive quality and productivity by ensuring work is completed right the first time, monitoring work progress and removing barriers to success

What You'll Bring:

  • Journeyperson certification in Heavy Equipment, Electrical, Millwright, or a related trade
  • Proven leadership experience with a passion for developing and engaging teams
  • Strong safety mindset with experience leading safe work practices in an industrial or shop environment
  • Experience in electric power generation, reciprocating engines, assembly, fabrication, manufacturing or service operations
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to solve problems and think creatively in a startup environment
  • Business acumen and experience managing productivity, quality and operation performance

Important Details:

  • This position is based in Red Deer on a 7x7 continuous shift, but will start on a 5x2 (Monday – Friday) shift

What Does Finning Offer?

  • Comprehensive pension program with employer contributions
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan with company matching
  • Employer paid extended health, dental, and medical benefits available from day 1
  • This role is eligible for Finning’s Short Term Incentive Program
  • Competitive total rewards package designed to support your financial, physical, and personal well-being

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

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About Finning

About Us Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada. OUR DIVISIONS Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar produc

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