Night Shift Area Team Leader: Lean & Safety Coach

INNIO Group; Welland; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety shoes reimbursement

Safety glasses provided

Tuition and professional development

On-site gym

Fitness reimbursement $300 annually

Paid personal days

Pension plan matching

Job summary

INNIO seeks an Area Team Leader to coach and develop the Rig/Derig area, balancing staffing needs with safety and quality. You will drive KPIs, coordinate with the Functional Lead, and act as the main contact for maintenance in TPM meetings.

This role emphasizes continuous improvement, 6S, and strong cross-functional collaboration across shifts. You will oversee scheduling, training, and performance reviews while promoting teamwork and a respectful work environment.

Qualifications

• Past probationary period.
• Has not been on a coaching plan in the last 6 months.
• Previous WSO/ATL or Trainer experience is considered an asset.
• Proven track record of professional and respectful leadership.
• Able to work multiple shifts in support of operations: days, afternoons, weekends, and overnight, as required.
• High digital aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Act as a leader and coach for the Rig/Derig area, and beyond.
• Coordinate with Functional Lead on daily, weekly, and monthly staffing needs.
• Driving team KPI’s and communicating results with Functional Lead
• Communication with customers and suppliers as needed.
• Acting as a main contact for the maintenance team by participating in TPM meetings and raising concerns on potential machine/maintenance issues.
• Coordinating with maintenance on repairs, regular maintenance, and preventative maintenance
• Ensure proper safety protocols, use of equipment, and appropriate PPE for the area are updated and adhered to by all team members.
• Collaborate with the team to plan and determine scheduling to meet on-time delivery, including shift schedules, vacation planning, and overtime support needed.
• Upkeep designated area to 6S standards and seek areas of continuous improvement, including the inspection and calibration of tools/gauges, MRB, scrap, and non-conformance processes.
• Act as the main contact to facilitate developing, identifying, and implementing standard operating processes through accurate work instructions and ensuring that changes are tracked and approved by internal stakeholders to meet Safety, Quality, and ISO requirements and other applicable standards.
• Facilitate learning and development opportunities in their area to foster a cross functional learning environment.
• Foster an environment of respect, positivity, and comradery by promoting teamwork to meet common business objectives.
• Provide non-biased performance evaluation and management of team members on an ongoing basis.
• Work closely with the Area Lead Trainer to identify areas of training needs and develop training plans to improve competency development within your designated area and beyond.
• Participation in regular employee performance reviews and ongoing feedback model.
• Play an active role with various councils and participate in projects and other business initiatives to improve processes related to Lean operations, cost savings, new product development, safety, quality, and employee training and development.
• Participate in dedicated Team Leader meetings, trainings, and workshops, as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Lean

Safety

Quality

ISO

Job description

INNIO seeks an Area Team Leader to coach and develop the Rig/Derig area, balancing staffing needs with safety and quality. You will drive KPIs, coordinate with the Functional Lead, and act as the main contact for maintenance in TPM meetings.

This role emphasizes continuous improvement, 6S, and strong cross-functional collaboration across shifts. You will oversee scheduling, training, and performance reviews while promoting teamwork and a respectful work environment.