Lead Production Operator — Aluminum Smelting (Day/Night Shifts)

AMP Limited; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Health care spending account

Paid sick days

Relaxed dress code

Job summary

Rochester Aluminum Smelting Canada Ltd. is seeking a Production Lead/Production Operator in Concord, ON. This hands-on leadership role involves running production lines, coordinating daily workflow, and mentoring team members to meet safety, quality, and output targets.

The position requires 3–5 years in manufacturing, experience with heavy equipment, and a strong safety mindset. Competitive pay and benefits accompany a collaborative, growth-oriented workplace.

Qualifications

• Industrial experience in manufacturing or industrial environments (3–5 years preferred).
• Leadership experience and the ability to guide production teams.
• Strong safety mindset and PPE adherence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to lead and train staff.
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address operational issues.
• Reliable, punctual, and adaptable with a willingness to take on responsibilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Basic computer skills and production reporting familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Run production lines and allocate work per schedules and priorities.
• Coach, train, and provide feedback to production staff; assist onboarding.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate with Maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Ensure products meet specifications and conduct routine quality checks.
• Follow safety procedures and document any safety, equipment or quality concerns.
• Maintain production records accurately and on time.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and training needs.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve issues and support the team.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Industrial experience

Leadership

Safety-minded

Communication

Problem solving

Reliability

Quality focus

Computer skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift

Skid steer

Front-end loader

Job description

Rochester Aluminum Smelting Canada Ltd. is seeking a Production Lead/Production Operator in Concord, ON. This hands-on leadership role involves running production lines, coordinating daily workflow, and mentoring team members to meet safety, quality, and output targets.

The position requires 3–5 years in manufacturing, experience with heavy equipment, and a strong safety mindset. Competitive pay and benefits accompany a collaborative, growth-oriented workplace.