Production Team Lead

Ice River Sustainable Solutions; Feversham; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid life insurance

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching program

On-the-job training

Uniforms and safety shoe allowance

Clean and safe working environment

Team-oriented workplace

Employee referral program

Job summary

Ice River Sustainable Solutions seeks a Production Team Lead in Feversham to guide daily manufacturing activities, support a safe work environment, and help meet production targets. The role reports to the Production Supervisor and emphasizes communication, initiative, and team development.

This hands-on leadership position offers a starting wage of CAD 25.49 per hour with a raise after three months, 12-hour continental shifts, and company-paid benefits including life insurance, health and

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing leadership is an asset.
• Strong communication, initiative, accountability and reliability.
• Willingness to lead, train, and develop team members.
• Ability to maintain records and follow procedures.
• Comfort with 12-hour continental shifts and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day direction and support to production staff to meet targets and quality standards.
• Operate production machinery and assist with production activities as required.
• Support training and development of team members and reinforce safety procedures.
• Monitor production activities, identify challenges, and communicate with supervisors.
• Maintain accurate production records for quality control and performance tracking.
• Perform routine cleaning and housekeeping to maintain equipment and areas.
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Quality teams to minimize downtime and resolve issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Facilitate clear communication between employees, supervisors, and shifts.
• Promote a positive, accountable, safety-focused work environment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Team coordination

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking motivated, dependable individuals to join our production team as Production Team Leads at our Feversham facility.

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Production Team Lead is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for supporting daily production activities, coordinating team members, maintaining quality and safety standards, and ensuring production targets are achieved.

We welcome applications from individuals with previous leadership experience, as well as experienced manufacturing employees who demonstrate strong communication, initiative, accountability, and the potential to grow into a leadership role. Previous experience in a formal manufacturing leadership position is a strong asset.

What You Can Expect as a Production Team Lead

• Starting wage of $25.49 per hour, with a wage increase after three months


• 12-hour rotating continental shifts, including days and nights


• Company-paid life insurance, health and dental benefits


• Company RRSP matching program


• On-the-job training and ongoing development opportunities


• Uniforms and safety shoe allowance


• Clean and safe working environment


• Supportive, team-oriented workplace


• Employee referral program

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day direction, guidance, and support to production employees to ensure production targets and quality standards are achieved.


• Operate production machinery and assist with production activities as required.


• Support the training and development of team members, reinforcing safe work practices, operating procedures, and performance expectations.


• Monitor production activities, identify operational challenges, and communicate concerns to the Production Supervisor and appropriate departments.


• Maintain accurate production records and documentation for quality control and performance tracking.


• Perform routine cleaning and housekeeping activities to maintain equipment and production areas.


• Coordinate with Maintenance and Quality teams to help minimize downtime and resolve production issues.


• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement initiatives.


• Facilitate effective communication between employees, supervisors, and shifts.


• Promote a positive, accountable, and safety-focused work environment through teamwork and leading by example.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.


• Experience in food, beverage, plastics, or high-volume manufacturing is considered an asset.


• Previous team lead, supervisory, training, or other formal leadership experience is an asset.


• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, dependability, and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with others and positively influence team performance.


• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.


• Ability to remain composed, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced production environment.


• Willingness and ability to learn production processes, support coworkers, and develop leadership skills.


• Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate production records.


• Ability to work 12-hour rotating continental shifts, including days and nights.