Lead Hand - Production

Inspiretci; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Vaughan is seeking a full-time lead hand to supervise and coordinate production activities. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience leading teams, a solid understanding of machining metals, and be skilled in reading technical drawings. Additional skills in ERP systems and a strong attention to detail are required. This role involves ensuring safety standards and training team members to meet production objectives.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a team lead or similar role in manufacturing.
• Experience with machining metals and metal fabrication processes.
• Ability to train and support team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate production activities of 10+ workers.
• Ensure safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Write documents and present information effectively.
• Instruct and train employees on manufacturing processes.

Skills

Supervision of production activities

Mechanical aptitude

Reading complex technical drawings

Welding process understanding

Attention to detail

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Degree in a technical or engineering field

Tools

Various manufacturing machinery

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

We are hiring a full-time lead hand in the production department with our manufacturing client in Vaughan, ON

Position Responsibilities

• Able to supervise and coordinate the production activities of 10+ workers engaged in the machining of metals such as copper, bronze, aluminum, and tin.
• Have mechanical aptitude, considerable knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials, methods, and standard practices of the trade, good work history and good housekeeping habits.
• Able to understand the fitting, assembling, and welding processes using the designated jigs and fixtures.
• Able to read complex technical drawings
• Experience with multiple types of metal (mild steel, various stainless steel alloys (304, 316, 409, 439, etc.) and understanding of the different properties and how they relate to each other for welding, forming, etc.).
• ASME parts coordination (overseeing receipt of parts, labelling parts, scheduling, assigning work, etc.)
• ERP experience (strong computer skills with various types of databases & programs)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong appreciation of the importance of completing tasks on time.
• Write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others, and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies are required along with safety practices and procedures.
• Instructs and trains employees and explains tasks clearly in assisting them in solving and diagnosing difficult manufacturing problems.
• Works well independently and within a team and has the ability to coordinate efforts with fellow co-workers.
• Take every effort to achieve the company's goals/ objectives in service, productivity, and inventory management.
• Actively participate and support the company's safety and security standards at all times, conduct regular safety meetings comply and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Attend and participate in house meetings andcompany training sessions as required, further developing skills to meet the company's objectives.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma; Degree in a technical, engineering or relevant field will be an asset

Skills & Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of proven experience as a team lead or similar role, ideally supervising machine operatorsand Metal Fabricators
• Experience in using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools
• Knowledge or experience in Fitting, Metal Fabrication
• Advanced skills in MS Office & ERP experience
• Organizational and leadership abilities
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach