Production - Team Lead

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, our employees have incredible opportunities to work for an organization that is known for our forward-thinking innovation and eco-friendly design in products and packaging.

Our culture is inclusive, supportive, and encourages learning and development to support internal career advancement opportunities. We are problem solvers who find fulfillment and reward in making impossible possible. We are hands-on, focused, and committed to always being a part of something bigger.

If you are creative, passionate and enjoy working in a collaborative environment we would like to hear from you.

The working line lead plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient operation of the production line, under the direction of the production Supervisor. This position is responsible for leading a team of production workers on their assigned line, ensuring that production schedule and goals are met while maintaining high-quality standards, while monitoring production activity, identifying process problems, troubleshooting causes. Reporting inefficiencies and issues to maintenance, quality and production Supervisor, to support and develop resolutions.

**What you can expect as a Production Lead**:

- Excellent Hourly Wage
- Wage Increase after 3 Months
- 12-hour Rotating Continental Shifts Days and Nights
- Company Paid Life Insurance, Health, and Dental Benefits
- RRSP Company Match
- On the Job Training
- Uniforms
- Safety Shoe Allowance
- Clean and Safe Work Environment
- Teamwork
- Continuous Skills Development
- Employee Referral Program

**Responsibilities**:

- Lead, train, coach, and oversee a team of production workers, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities and are motivated to meet production targets.
- Operate production machinery
- Maintain accurate production records and other documentation required for quality control and performance tracking.
- Conduct routine cleaning tasks to keep the production area and equipment in good working order.
- Supports maintenance team when required to ensure mínimal downtime
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, increased efficiency, and waste reduction, working with Management to implement relevant improvements.
- Facilitate effective communication within the team and between shifts, ensuring that everyone is aligned with production goals and expectations.
- Promote and maintain a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and providing necessary training to team members.

**Education/Skills/Experience**:

- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food or beverage or plastics industry.
- Strong interpersonal skills. Proven leadership skills to manage performance and inspire team to achieve results. Communication skills both verbally and written.
- Strong operating skills in organizing, planning and time management, as well as getting work done through others.
- Working knowledge of computers.
- Be able to work within a small team in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintain high levels of attendance.
- Be eager, upbeat, and have a positive attitude.
- Previous manufacturing experience and/or Team lead experience would be considered an asset.
- Must be able to stand for up to 12 hours.

**Working Environment and Physical Demands**:

- Ability to crouch, bend and kneel, as well as capable of heavy lifting and carrying.
- Noisy due to machinery and equipment in operation.
- Wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following safety protocols.

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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