Production Team Leader
Job in
Acton, Milton, Ontario, L9E, Canada
Listing for:
Superior Glove
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-03-07
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Industrial Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: ActonWho we are:
Superior Glove is a family-owned company with over 100 years in designing and manufacturing innovative hand protection for every major hazard. We innovate to fit the protection workers need into comfortable PPE they’ll want to wear. Headquartered in Acton, Canada, Superior Glove has grown from humble beginnings to a global contender, with several locations across Ontario, Newfoundland, Alberta, Quebec, Honduras, New York, Louisiana North Carolina and Mexico.
The ideal candidate:
Are you a strong leader who leads by example? Do you enjoy coaching teams, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring safety and efficiency in manufacturing environments? And thrives on the "Night Shift" If so, we’d love to meet you!
Location:
Corporate Headquarters at 36 Vimy St., Acton ON
More about the role:
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Team Leader oversees the production / finishing team for the scheduled shift. This is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility for team engagement, process optimization, health and safety, and quality assurance. The shift hours are 10:30pm - 7:00am Monday to Thursday and 10:30pm - 6:30am on Fridays.
Responsibilities:
As working Team Leader, actively participate in all production activities in tandem with Production Associates, leading by exampleResponsible for recruiting, onboarding, training and all milestones throughout the employee journeyLead and motivate night shift staff, promoting engagement and accountability.Actively participate in production and serve as backup for manufacturing dip line operators.Manage production workflow, learn and manage chemical batching, and troubleshooting.Ensure safety, quality, and housekeeping standards are met or exceeded.Administer shift documentation including payroll, performance management, and scheduling.Champion continuous improvement initiatives and track KPIs.Qualifications:
Post secondary education in logistics, manufacturing or a related discipline.3+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or distribution setting.Strong coaching, problem-solving, and communication skills.Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with production equipment.Comfortable using handheld scanning devices and intermediate computer applications.Forklift license and warehouse equipment training preferred.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; role involves bending, pushing, and extended walking.Why work for us?
Superior Glove is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work culture to ensure every voice is heard and valued.
When you work at Superior Glove, you are part of the family!
Some of the benefits/perks include:
Yearly contenders and recipients of multiple prestigious awards including Canada’s Best Managed for over 10 years, Canada’s Safest Manufacturer, Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces, Canada’s Excellence Business Award and more!Enjoy our Recognition Program to gain access to fantastic rewards!Take part in community and company events!A culture of innovation, learning, and continuous improvement.Competitive benefits including dental, vision, life insurance, and 401KWe are a family owned and operated company meeting international standards by “Improving Occupational Hand Protection through Innovation”
Superior Glove strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the company will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates with disabilities.
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