Production Supervisor - Assembly

ASTEC; Thornbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead assembly operations and ensure a safe, productive work environment. This role involves promoting employee engagement, implementing lean methodologies, and managing production schedules effectively. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to safety, excellent communication skills, and a background in manufacturing processes. Join a team where your contributions will directly influence the success of high-quality rock breaking systems and equipment for the mining and construction industries.

Qualifications

• Commitment to a safe work environment and health and safety programs.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Assembly and Surface Finishing operations to meet production requirements.
• Implement lean process improvements and monitor quality.

Skills

Lean problem-solving methods

Communication skills

Safety programs participation

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Post-secondary education in a related discipline

Job description

BREAKER TECHNOLOGY Ltd.

is a leading Canadian manufacturer of high-quality rock breaking systems, hydraulic attachments, and underground mobile equipment for the mining, construction, and aggregate industries worldwide. Our company has been in business at the same location for over 60 years, and we attribute our success to our people.

Safety, quality, and productivity are the cornerstone of our longevity, in that order.

In developing competitive products for the global market, we are currently seeking a:

Manufacturing Supervisor – Assembly

The Position Responsibilities Are As Follows

1. Demonstrate a strong commitment to actively promoting and maintaining a safe work environment for all employees.
2. Actively promote employee safety engagement through shift start-up and tiered meetings, toolbox talks, QJSA, near misses, and work observation submissions and discussions.
3. Maintain a strong focus on 6S and workplace organization. Ensure 5S activities are carried out and actioned upon daily, weekly, monthly.
4. Supervise and coordinate Assembly and Surface Finishing operations to meet production requirements.
5. Organize daily workload and team member assignments in support of schedule adherence and on-time delivery.
6. Implement and drive lean process improvements through coordination with manufacturing engineering and operational excellence representatives in areas such as cross-training, standard work development and auditing, setup and run time reduction, work cell organization, and product flow improvements.
7. Ensure all equipment checks and preventive maintenance are completed with any deficiencies reported.
8. Be aware of upcoming schedule constraints and plan accordingly, considering part shortages, equipment repairs, and employee absences.
9. Identify production bottlenecks and work with team members and manufacturing engineering to resolve them.
10. Monitor quality, generate, and action NCRs, and develop and implement corrective actions.
11. Manage the team by assisting in hiring, integrating new hires, coordinating staff, and monitoring employee performance. Assess problems accurately, analyze options, and manage issues effectively.
12. Communicate and adhere to plan deadlines, intervening as necessary to successfully complete orders on time.
13. Participate in training and developing team members' skills, providing timely constructive feedback to enhance performance.
14. Promote employee engagement among all team members.
15. Foster creativity, participation, and problem-solving capabilities while cultivating a community and respectful work environment.
16. Help plan and organize production within the mechanical, hose, electrical assembly, blast, and paint areas, assigning work based on production needs and recommending organizational adjustments.
17. Keep track of production activities and report the status of all jobs.
18. Monitor equipment availability and operational status to ensure scheduled production targets are met.
19. Maintain accurate and up-to-date standard work instructions and audit to ensure compliance.
20. Ensure records such as time & attendance and job paperwork are maintained and approved timely.
21. Work within company standards regarding ethics, safety, quality, productivity, and environmental matters.

The Preferred Candidate Will Have

• A demonstrated commitment to promoting a safe work environment and active participation in health and safety programs.
• A post-secondary education in a related discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Training in lean concepts and methodologies, with practical application in manufacturing.
• A proven track record of using lean problem-solving methods (e.g., 5 Whys, Pareto analysis, value stream mapping).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills within a team environment.