Team Lead

Specialized Recruiting Group -London, Ontario; Stratford; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Recruiting Group -London, Ontario seeks a hands-on Lead Hand to oversee daily shop-floor operations, lead a small team, and ensure targets are met safely with high quality.

You will coordinate schedules, monitor efficiency and inventory, supervise changeovers, and partner with QA to drive continuous improvement and 5S on the line. Growth into leadership is offered within a collaborative, safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Proactive, team-oriented mindset with focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership to production employees.
• Coordinate daily production schedules based on customer demand.
• Ensure targets for output, efficiency, and on-time delivery are met.
• Monitor inventory levels (WIP and finished goods) and supervise machine changeovers.
• Enforce quality standards and work with QA to improve processes.
• Identify hazards and promote safety; maintain 5S standards and clean workspace.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Safety and quality focus

Tools

Microsoft Office Excel

Job description

Now Hiring: Lead Hand (Production)

Location: Stratford

Department: Manufacturing / Production

Reports To: Production Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Lead Hand to support daily production operations and lead a team on the shop floor. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards. If you are a strong communicator who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity to grow your leadership career.

What You’ll Do

Lead & Support the Team

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership to production employees
• Foster a positive, safe, and productive work environment
• Address employee concerns and support training and development

Drive Production Performance

• Coordinate daily production schedules based on customer demand
• Ensure targets for output, efficiency, and on‑time delivery are met
• Monitor inventory levels (WIP and finished goods)
• Perform machine changeovers and ensure shift readiness

Ensure Quality & Compliance

• Enforce quality standards and verify all parts meet specifications
• Work with Quality Assurance to improve processes and reduce defects
• Participate in corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives

Promote Safety

• Maintain compliance with all health and safety regulations
• Identify and report hazards or unsafe conditions
• Ensure proper procedures are followed, including heat breaks when required

Continuous Improvement

• Support Kaizen initiatives and suggest process improvements
• Maintain 5S standards for a clean and organized workspace
• Keep work instructions and documentation up to date

  What You Bring

  • Experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience (preferred)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multitask and work in a fast‑paced setting
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
  • A proactive, team‑oriented mindset with a focus on safety and quality

  Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to grow into leadership roles
  • Collaborative and team‑focused work environment
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Competitive compensation and benefits