Automotive Production Team Lead - Kaizen & Safety

Manufacturing Job Site; Alliston; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Howa Canada Manufacturing in Alliston, ON is seeking a Production Team Leader to oversee the production department, drive standardized work, coaching and safety. The role emphasizes data-driven training, 5S, Kaizen, and effective communication with teams.

You will plan shifts, schedule manpower, ensure quality, and maintain records while working overtime as needed to meet production targets. Experience in automotive manufacturing and ERP/MRP familiarity preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in manufacturing/automotive environment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to plan, analyze and decide in a JIT environment.

Responsibilities

• Standardized work: ensure adherence and audits; maintain records.
• Associate training: on-the-job training, update training matrix, rotate staff.
• Communication: convey safety, quality and production needs; update boards; reference production schedule.
• Problem solving: use fishbone diagrams and Why-Why analysis; training provided.
• Team building: implement strategies around safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Leadership: plan manpower to meet production, coordinate with other team leaders; schedule and rotations.
• Safety: enforce PPE use, safety policies; report injuries/near misses; complete incident reports.
• 5S: store parts neatly, enforce FIFO, regular housekeeping and check sheets.
• Kaizen – associate involvement: promote Kaizen, lead team activities, keep meeting records.
• Skills/Qualifications: emphasize ERP/MRP, safety awareness as per ministry.

Skills

ERP / MRP systems

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Willingness to work overtime

Training and coaching

Confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Howa Canada Manufacturing in Alliston, ON is seeking a Production Team Leader to oversee the production department, drive standardized work, coaching and safety. The role emphasizes data-driven training, 5S, Kaizen, and effective communication with teams.

You will plan shifts, schedule manpower, ensure quality, and maintain records while working overtime as needed to meet production targets. Experience in automotive manufacturing and ERP/MRP familiarity preferred.