Production Supervisor

**SUMMARY**

Reporting to the Operations Manager, works with the Arkal management team to coordinate and supervise daily production floor activities, including set up, processing material handling, and housekeeping activities by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.

**ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

Ability to work all 3 shifts as scheduled (Days, Afternoons, Midnights), but generally assigned to a straight shift with the ability to cover alternate shifts as necessary to achieve goals

Exercise due diligence, taking all reasonable care in the workplace to protect the health and safety of workers, and to prevent an occurrence or event

Supervise and monitor the quality system during manufacturing operations

Checks operator inspection and production check sheets

Maintains schedule board and coordination during mold changes

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws

Provides input to Operations Manager for appraising employee performance

Provides first line answers to employee concerns and resolves problems

Provides first line corrective action as required

Maintains and ensures shipments are met

Schedules employees according to daily productions requirements

Provides Operations Manager with verbal and written details of employee’s safety, quality, attendance, and productivity issues which arise during the shift

Provides work instruction and safety training for employees to acquaint workers with the company policies and procedures

Responsible for employee reinstruction of work instruction when required

Provide leadership for Continuous Improvement, 5S, and scrap reduction

Ensures housekeeping responsibilities are performed each day

Ensures all employees wear proper PPE, use any equipment or protective safety devices as required

Ensure workers are made aware of any health and safety hazards that the supervisor is aware of

Submits a detailed Shift Report at the end of each shift to those required

Any other activities/job duties as directed

**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**

College diploma or equivalent work experience

3 years supervisory experience

Experience in automotive industry and plastic injection molding would be an asset

Knowledge and understanding of the _Occupational Health and Safety Act_ and applicable regulations

Knowledge and understanding of TS 16949 requirements

**COMPUTER SKILLS**

Intermediate skills in Microsoft Power Point, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet software

**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES**

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Strong attention to detail, leadership abilities, excellent communication skills

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees

Proficient in written and verbal English skills with ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Ability to work under pressure, prioritizing tasks and meeting schedules

**Arkal is offering a competitive salary for this role based on experience and qualifications.**

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- London, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Supervisory: 1 year (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (required)
- Night Shift (required)
- Overnight Shift (required)

Work Location: In person