Department Supervisor

**Earn more** money faster**

Companies must create and deliver value to the market faster than ever before. At HERD we are committed to doing this, which means our employees have greater opportunity to earn more money, at a rate that matches their ability to develop

If you have the potential to excel in the workplace, you should consider working at HERD. We have transformed our work environment to recognize employee value and compensate accordingly. This means no more annual raises, but rather merit based pay that reflects your assessed value as often as four times a year.

HERD also has a robust Employee Development program that meets the needs of today’s modern, innovative manufacturer. This includes specific shop floor and professional skills training, structured problem solving, and leadership/management training.

**HERD offers**:

- In House Technical Training
- English as second language learning
- Green, Yellow and Black Belt Lean Training
- Leadership and Management Training
- Frequent Development and Value Assessments (up to 4 times a year)

HERD, the leader in front-end collision protection, is now seeking experienced **Department Supervisor** to join our Evening team

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Oversee the requirements of departments as a whole; regularly checking on all workers during the shift
- Assist all shop personnel with production issues and assist with finding a solution
- Assist Shift Supervisor in determining staffing requirements
- Monitor department group leader’s performance and encourage/assist with skill development
- Develop staff skills and encourage teamwork
- Monitor and train staff on current tasks to improve skills and decrease rework to make sure production goals are met
- Help departments organize, communicate & coordinate to increase productivity, improve flow, maximize space, and minimize errors
- Adjust the use of available resources to compensate for potential time lost when initial goals are not met, in order to achieve the next best outcome
- Facilitate and enforce safety programs, policies, and provide safety training with the involvement and guidance of the production manager
- Investigate issues, both production and safety, to find immediate short-term resolutions while working with management to find long term, permanent solutions
- Assist in the development and implementation of procedures & systems to maximize quality, production & material flow. Ensure employees are trained properly on new systems and held accountable
- Be aware of company policies and ensure their enforcement; ensure new policies are properly implemented and understood by all workers
- Assist Shift Supervisor in resolving staff concerns, enforce disciplinary actions as well as assist with performance management. Document all issues and disciplinary actions appropriately and according to company policy
- Confirm that all required drawings, shop space, equipment, tools, and materials are supplied for each department to complete assigned tasks
- Keep all staff aware of any changes in the work schedule

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- 3+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting
- Basic computer skills
- Strong leadership planning, delegation and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to train, guide and motivate employees
- Ability to prioritize and manage time and workload efficiently
- Results-oriented and aware of deadlines
- Basic understanding of lean principles
- Lean manufacturing experience is an asset.
- 5S training is an asset.

**WHAT WE OFFER**:
Competitive starting wage, steady full-time employment within a positive work environment, opportunities for growth, a healthy work/life balance, Group Benefits, company matched RRSP plan and much more

**HOURS OF WORK**:
Evenings: Monday to Friday; 3:00PM - 11:00PM