Afternoon Shift Production Supervisor

Job Description

The Production Supervisor is responsible for directing daily operations within the department and must have experience in a production environment. This role requires strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, along with a comprehensive understanding of all production support functions. A solid knowledge of manufacturing principles, especially lean manufacturing, is essential.

MiTek Canada is growing again and searching for a motivated and experienced Production Supervisor to oversee our stamping shift on afternoons.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Supervisor will supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in operating a variety of machines to manufacture parts or products.

Work Schedule:

This position will work on the afternoon shift from 4 pm to 2:30 am Monday to Thursday. Must be able to train on day shift for first few weeks. Required to work occasional Fridays as per business needs.

• Lead a department in the execution of daily production tasks, training, and continuous improvement
• Work closely with the Day Shift Production Supervisor to assign and manage the daily required targets and goals
• Ensure routed production materials are issued/or received on the production floor and located accurately by the team in a timely manner
• Address safety concerns with team members immediately to prevent injuries and production hazards, and promptly follow up as needed
• Ensure all team members wear protective gear during production and monitor compliance with safety instructions throughout the team
• Execute safety walks and weekly safety audits
• Ensure team members are performing inspections correctly
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Actively engage in training and on-the-job development opportunities to advance competency in the MiTek Leadership Blueprint
• Ensure ERP/MRP production transactions are done correctly and in a timely manner
• Identify areas for improvement and lead efforts to drive efficiencies, fostering team growth at the site
• Ensure timely identification and resolution of issues impacting production
• Maintain positive employee relations and adhere to Company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices
• Work closely with other Plant departments to address and resolve issues
• Work with local manufacturing engineering group to implement efficient and effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that production employees are trained to
• Ability to work overtime as needed to meet production deadlines and operational demands
• Perform safety and incident reporting
• Responsible for shutdown and securing of plant at end of shift

• High School/GED required
• 2+ Years in leadership role responsible for 4 or more personnel in manufacturing environment
• Able to use computer and Microsoft Office Applications

• 3+ Years experience in manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment
• Experience in MRP Software
• Experience in RF Scanners
• Forklift experience
• First-aid certification
• Ability to work with micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring devices
• Read and understand engineering drawings and specifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Showcase good leadership/motivation skills to lead different people with different abilities and character traits
• Swift learner and an excellent coach to train their teammates
• Excellent problem-solving skills to effectively handle the challenges and problems in the production department
• Demonstrate strong time management skills and take a proactive approach
• Conflict resolutions skills would be an asset

• This is a physical position that requires the individual to be able to: stand, walk and carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull, walk upstairs and crouch. This position requires the individual to be able to communicate through speaking and hearing.

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Expe…