Plant Supervisor

Darling International Inc.; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Plant Supervisor to ensure the efficient flow of materials and maintain high safety standards. This role involves overseeing production, managing maintenance, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a strong supervisory background, experience in fabrication, and a commitment to safety. Join a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience required.
• Minimum 1-year experience as a fabricator with welding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee timely flow of raw materials and finished products.
• Lead safety meetings and maintain safety protocols.
• Manage maintenance and repair of equipment.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Welding Techniques

Cutting Techniques

Safety Regulations

Continuous Improvement

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Technical School Certificate

Associates Degree

Job description

Summary:

The Plant Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the timely and efficient flow of raw materials into quality finished products; ensures that equipment and buildings are maintained and in good repair.

Responsibilities include:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Responsible for observing all Company safety rules and regulations, recognize safety as top Company priority and conduct/participate regularly scheduled safety meetings with plant staff.
• Maintain efficient and timely flow of all raw materials received and finished products shipped.
• Oversee all aspects of maintenance, preventative maintenance, manages breakdowns and repair.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in all areas of responsibility.
• Responsible for achieving individual and department targets, goals and objectives.
• Responsible for overseeing job performance of production and maintenance as well as all the maintenance of equipment and buildings that are used to process raw and finished materials.
• Assist in conducting investigation of accidents that occur within jurisdiction and makes recommendations to Plant Safety Committee.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• 3-5 years of prior supervisory experience is required.
• Minimum 1-year of experience as a fabricator; including knowledge of welding and cutting techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school certificate or Associates Degree.
• Labor relations background and leadership experience.
• Good understanding of production maintenance and repair protocols.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift-up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.

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