Team Lead Machine Operator - Guelph

Randstad Canada; Guelph; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent opportunity

Straight afternoon shift

Competitive pay rate

Job summary

Randstad Canada seeks a Team Leader to head the afternoon shift (2:50 PM – 11:00 PM) on a premier powders coating production line in Guelph. You will supervise production operations, ensure equipment runs smoothly, manage shift transitions, monitor powder usage, and prepare mix sheets to prevent downtime.

You will drive safety and quality, lead 7S/Lean initiatives, oversee batch sampling and quality testing, and coordinate with global stakeholders as needed within Randstad's Manufacturing &

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proven supervisory or leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Able to stand up to 9 hours.
• Able to lift up to 55 lbs.
• Exposure to dust, powder coating, and noise.
• Willingness to wear PPE (mask, eye protection, ear plugs).
• Fluency in English (Reading, Writing, Speaking).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Familiarity with SAP software (highly preferred).
• Knowledge of HR management and health & safety principles.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize under pressure.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the production shift operations to meet daily output goals.
• Control and monitor the production and usage of powder.
• Ensure Mix Sheets are prepared in advance for seamless flow.
• Manage smooth shift transitions at start and end of day.
• Oversee batch sampling and assist in quality verification.
• Use quality testing equipment to correct product runs.
• Supervise PPE usage and health & safety audits.
• Promote 7S and Lean Manufacturing on the floor.
• Complete paperwork and calculate order closing information.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

English fluency

Multitasking

Health & safety

ISO knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Are you a natural leader with a passion for manufacturing excellence? Randstad is seeking a Team Leader for a premier client in the Guelph area to lead the afternoon shift (2:50 PM – 11:00 PM). This is a critical role within our Manufacturing & Logistics division, where you will drive operational success on the production floor.

As a Team Leader, you are the heartbeat of the production shift. You will be responsible for overseeing production operations, ensuring that equipment is running efficiently and that your team is meeting its targets. In this Manufacturing environment you will manage shift transitions, monitor powder usage, and ensure all mix sheets are prepared to avoid downtime.

Safety and quality are paramount in this position. You will lead by example, reinforcing the proper use of PPE and conducting health and safety audits to maintain a secure environment for all employees. Your expertise in Manufacturing & Logistics will be utilized as you oversee the entire batch sampling process and utilize quality testing equipment to verify product runs. Working within a Randstad Operational framework, you will promote 7S and ISO standards to ensure the highest level of organizational efficiency.

Because our client operates on a global scale, effective communication is essential. While the primary language of the facility is English, you will interact with various departments and possibly global stakeholders, requiring clear and professional exchange of information. This ensures that production needs are met across the Manufacturing & Logistics chain.

Advantages

• Permanent opportunity, direct hire
• Straight afternoon shift Monday to Friday
• Competitive pay rate of $29/hr
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in the powder coating industry
• Dynamic shift work in a fast-paced factory setting
• Comprehensive safety training and PPE provided
• Potential for professional growth within a structured organization

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the production shift operations to meet daily output goals
• Control and monitor the production and usage of PPL-Bag House Powder
• Ensure all Mix Sheets are prepared in advance for a seamless production flow
• Manage smooth shift transitions at the beginning and end of each workday
• Oversee the entire batch sampling process and assist in quality verification
• Utilize specialized quality testing equipment to make necessary corrections to product runs
• Supervise and reinforce the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Conduct regular health and safety audits and lead accident investigations when necessary
• Promote and reinforce 7S and Lean Manufacturing principles on the floor
• Complete all required administrative paperwork and calculate order closing information

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing setting
• Ability to stand for periods of up to 9 hours
• Capability to perform repetitive lifting of up to 55 lbs
• Comfort working in an environment with exposure to dust, powder coating, and noise
• Willingness to wear required PPE (mask, eye protection, ear plugs) for full shifts
• Fluency in English (Reading, Writing, and Speaking)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Familiarity with SAP software (highly preferred)
• skills in Human Resource management and health & safety principles
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a high-pressure, stressful environment
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality management systems

Summary

Please note that interviews are by appointment only - Our office is not open for drop-ins.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.