Shift Lead

EFS-plastics Inc.; Listowel; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Impactful work

Job summary

EFS-plastics Inc. is seeking a Shift Lead to oversee the weekend day shift plus a weekday shift in Listowel, Ontario. You will manage a production team, ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery while optimizing operations in a plastics recycling environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration with the Plant Manager to meet production goals and deliver high-quality resin pellets for sustainable manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Ability to troubleshoot machinery and resolve operational issues in real time.
• Strong attention to detail for quality control and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of production operators, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Oversee automated production systems and ensure equipment runs efficiently to meet goals.
• Ensure finished products meet quality standards through inspections and process monitoring.
• Address alarms and issues, troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Enforce safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with Plant Manager and leaders to meet production targets and fulfill orders.
• Identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements with corrective actions.
• Ensure smooth handoffs between shifts to maintain continuity.
• Support team development through coaching and feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Job description

COMPANY: EFS-plastics Inc.

LOCATION: Listowel, Ontario

POSITION: Shift Lead - Existing

STATUS: Full-Time

SHIFT: Weekend Day Shift (0700am - 0700pm Saturday & Sunday); with one shift during the week.

SALARY: $26.03 - $30.11 per hour.

START DATE: As soon as possible

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Are you passionate about making a real difference in the fight against plastic waste? At EFS-plastics, you will be part of a team that is transforming the future of plastics recycling. Your work here will help contribute to a cleaner planet for future generations. EFS-plastics Inc., is a successful, growing recycling company that recovers plastic from residential recycling programs. Your detergent bottles, milk jugs, and plastic bags all end up at EFS, where they are transformed into plastic resin pellets that are used to make new products. Our fully automated processes divert mixed plastics from ending up in landfills, not only reducing waste but also conserving resources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

POSITION OVERVIEW: We are looking for an experience Shift Lead to oversee the daily operations of our production team. This individual will play a key role in ensuring production efficiency, maintaining high-quality standards, and driving team performance while fostering a safe and productive environment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead a team of production operators, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee the performance of automated production systems, ensuring machines are operating efficiently and production goals are met. Identify and resolve issues quickly to minimize downtime.
• Ensure that finished products meet quality standards by utilizing available tools and conducting inspections. Monitor the quality of materials and finished products throughout the production process.
• Address machine alarms and operational issues, troubleshooting problems and working toward resolving them to minimize production delays.
• Enforce safety protocols and maintain a safe, organized work environment for all team members. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company safety standards.
• Work closely with the Plant Manager and other leaders to ensure production targets are met and customer orders are fulfilled on time.
• Actively contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies or areas of improvement in the production process and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure smooth and accurate production handoffs between shifts to ensure continuity and avoid disruptions.
• Support team development through ongoing coaching and feedback, fostering a positive and motivated team culture.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous leadership or team experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in plastics or recycling.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to troubleshoot machinery and operational issues in real-time.
• High attention to detail, especially in quality control and safety procedures.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information and collaborate with team members and leadership.
• Proactive, results-driven personality with a focus on achieving production goals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Competitive wage and benefits.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement in a rapidly expanding company.
• The chance to make a real, positive impact on the environment by contributing to the reduction of plastic waste and advancing the circular economy.

EFS-plastics Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all that express interest in joining our team, however only those candidates selected will be contacted regarding additional assessment stages. Accommodations are available for any part of the recruitment process upon request.