Team Leader

Wolf Steel Ltd; Barrie; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Barrie, Ontario is seeking a Team Leader to develop leadership skills and assist in department operations. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, proven problem-solving abilities, and a minimum of 4 years in a manufacturing setting. This role includes training and leadership development, with strong preference for those with prior experience. Competitive training provided with a commitment to accessibility for all candidates.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or 4-5 years relevant work experience.
• Minimum 4 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership and teaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Train and develop leadership skills in team environment.
• Assist in problem-solving departmental issues.
• Learn and apply LEAN principles.

Skills

Problem-solving

LEAN principles

Leadership

HRIS usage

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Visual Manufacturing

Job description

Overview

Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customer service and remarkable product quality. Our award-winning products offer a best-in-class experience for all customers’ home comfort needs. While we are proudly Canadian, Napoleon operates on a world-wide scale. The warmth and experience that a Napoleon product brings to the homes of our customers transcends borders, language, and cultures to enhance everyday living across the globe. Throughout North America, Europe, South America and Asia, Napoleon creates memorable moments through our stunning designs and innovative technologies.

Title: Team Leader

Reports to: Manufacturing Supervisor or Manager

Shift Hours: 2:45 p.m. to 11:15 p.m.

Location: 214 Bayview Drive, Barrie

Job Purpose: To train and develop leadership skills and specific skills required in the performance of a Team Leader in a manufacturing or logistics role. This is a temporary classification for Associates preparing for a role as Team Leader.

Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Job shadow Team Leaders; observe and assist in problem solving departmental issues and then implement the appropriate solution.
• Observe and assist the Manufacturing leadership in eliminating road blocks to production.
• Study to understand and comply with company policies and procedures, ISO and all Government legislation including the Human Rights Code, OHSA and ESA.
• Attend training sessions as required.
• Understand and apply LEAN principles, including 5S Methodology.
• Learn and use HRIS to track attendance (O/T, absence, time offs).

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma, OR 4 - 5 years' relevant work experience with minimum literacy in English and Math confirmed
• Post-secondary education is considered an asset
• Minimum 4 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preference given to candidates with previous leadership experience
• Willing and able to learn computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, as well as Visual Manufacturing or another type of MRP system
• Must have a willingness to learn new skills and methods
• Must be able to demonstrate that they have the ability to lead a team
• Must show that they have the ability to teach others

The Napoleon Group of Companies is committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain Associates with disabilities. This includes providing accessibility across all stages of the employment cycle. Accommodation is available upon request.