Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor, Woodstock Location

Maple Automotive Corporation (MAC), located in Woodstock, ON, is currently looking for a Production Supervisor to join our ever-growing team.

Maple Automotive Corporation, a proud member of the Toyota Tsusho Group, is a leading OEM Tire and Wheel Assembler with over 10 locations across North America serving a diverse range of automotive manufacturers.

Our Canadian facilities produce more than 2.5 million assemblies annually, delivering Just-in-Time Product to Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada.

As part of the Toyota Tsusho Supply Chain Division, we have established ourselves as an industry leader through our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills, time management, excellent problem-solving skills, and a positive attitude.

The successful candidate will report to the Operations Manager and will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Supervises production line set-up including but not limited to testing and adjusting line equipment prior to operation and ensuring production line starts on schedule.
• Supervises all production activities performed by employees; maintains a high degree of visibility and access to employees throughout the shift.
• Establishes and maintains department standards for safety, productivity, reliability, and accuracy.
• Monitors and reports daily production results, material usage, waste, and downtime.
• Reports equipment problems to appropriate department and operation manager.
• Coordinates with quality control to maintain quality standards; takes appropriate corrective measures to resolve deficiencies.
• Forecasts staffing needs to meet peak demands of the business and staff team; accordingly, trains, motivates, coaches, rewards, and disciplines employees being supervised; resolves personnel issues.
• Coordinates with the operation manager to manage personnel issues including but not limited to vacation approvals, timecard approval, daily and weekly overtime, hiring, and training.
• Performs required administrative tasks; prepares required reports and correspondence.
• Assists operation manager with development and implementation of policies and procedures; ensures all established policies and procedures are followed by employees.
• Ensures housekeeping functions are completed each day prior to end of his/her shift.
• Resolves production-related issues with representatives from other departments throughout the company.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all operating systems pertaining to the work area.
• Maintains safety programs and all required safety training for employees.
• Ensure employees follow safety policies and procedures.
• Adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties assigned by Operations Manager.

Minimum qualifications:

• Post-secondary education will be an asset.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Supervisory position, preferably in an automotive related environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Basic competence in subordinates’ duties and tasks.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions.
• Ability to perform the physical labour necessary.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Ability to work in a sometimes-stressful environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts- between days and afternoon as scheduled.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing experience required
• Automotive environment preferred
• Experience with Toyota Just-In-Time System and requirements preferred
• Previous exposure to a multicultural plant environment preferred

Maple Automotive Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Should you require accommodation, please reach out to Team Member Relations Specialist.

Pay: From $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Application question(s):

• Do you currently require sponsorship to work in Canada?
• Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offence for which you have not received a pardon?

Work Location: In person