Materials Team Leader

1 week ago


St Thomas, Ontario, Canada Cosma International Full time
About the Role

The Materials Area Leader is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of materials conveyance activities to ensure the safety and efficiency of production operations. This position carries direct leadership responsibility, including responsibility for the operations of more than one shift.

Your Key Responsibilities
  1. Leadership and Development
  • Teach, coach, and mentor Supervisors for succession planning and enhancement of Leadership knowledge and skills.
  • Conduct performance appraisals informally or formally as required and ensure performance appraisals are completed for all employees.
Operational Excellence
  • Ensure employees are trained or certified, as required, and participate in training programs as defined by Cosma International.
  • Establish and maintain effective communications/interaction with all other Departments.
  • Support other Area Leaders and Lead Hands in compliance with the Presstran Health and Safety/Ergonomic/Environmental policies.
Inventory Management
  • Monitor and adjust inventory balances as required, investigate inventory problems, and implement solutions to source.
Equipment and Manpower Utilization
  • Plan and direct the utilization and use of all equipment and manpower to achieve the most effective results.
Target Achievement
  • Be responsible and accountable for meeting Cosma International and departmental targets and goals.
Site Operations
  • Coordinate preventative maintenance with Material Handling Equipment.
  • Support supervisors in compliance with OHSA procedures.
  • Participate in performing regular workplace inspections, suggest corrective actions, and support the implementation.
  • Lead investigation in serious/critical incident/accidents.
Logistics and Shipping
  • Coordinate the loading and unloading of trucks and be responsible for the accuracy of receipts and shipments.
Requirements
  1. Completion of post-secondary education in a related field (production/materials) and/or related work experience.
  2. 3-5 years leadership experience.
  3. Completion of Cosma International Post Graduate Program an asset.
  4. Experience in Material Flow Design in a Tier One automotive environment.
  5. ERP systems experience, specifically CMS in a manufacturing environment.
  6. Demonstrated ability to use Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) along with data analysis to drive business objectives and operational excellence.
  7. Experienced in Lean Implementation (standardized work (tugger/forklift), 5S, value stream mapping, A3 Method, etc.).
  8. Must have a thorough knowledge of general office procedures, including PC and LAN computer use, and be proficient in relevant computer software and program use.
  9. Demonstrated ability to motivate, mentor, and drive team to reach targets.
  10. Must possess time management, leadership, strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills (present to groups of up to 100 employees).
Preferred Qualifications

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check and, if deemed necessary, a Credit Check as part of the candidate selection process.

What We Offer

At Cosma International, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Site Benefits
  • Overtime after 44 hours per week.
  • Vacation: 2 weeks of paid vacation + 4 Personal Paid Holidays.
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit.
  • Barbecues and Children's Christmas Party.

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