Supervisor Assembly

As an S&C Electric Canada team member, you'll work on tasks and projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has a history of more than 70 years of innovation in Canada. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the power industry. As a team member, you will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively. 

Join Our Team as a Supervisor - Assembly (Switches and Operators) - Afternoon Shift

Work arrangement:  Onsite (Afternoon Shift - Monday - Thursday; 4:00pm - 2:00am)

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members and are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $ $ Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. 

This position may also be eligible for S&C's annual incentive plan (AIP). AIP amounts are variable and are dependent on both company and individual performance, subject to eligibility criteria. The target bonus percentage for this role is 10% of annual base earnings.

The supervisor will work closely with the department manager to oversee the daily activities necessary to achieve our Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC). They will supervise a team consisting of hourly team members on the afternoon shift. They provide day-to-day work direction for the team, focused on maintaining steady workflow and productivity and resolving operational decisions. The supervisor will promote a safety culture, taking all reasonable precautions to protect team members from illness or injury.

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead a team of machine operators, and mechanical and electrical assemblers on the afternoon shift to provide sub-components to Switch and Operators assembly on time and that meet quality standards.
• Work closely with engineers, supply chain, and other supervisors of the area to achieve objectives.
• Provide a safe workspace and assign safe work; tell team members about job hazards, train team members to do their job safely, ensure team members work safely, and use equipment and protective devices properly where required.  Conduct safety talks with team members and provide HSE feedback to the department.
• Provide day-to-day work direction for the team based on scheduling processes, focused on maintaining steady workflow and productivity and resolving operational decisions.
• Coordinate shift change-over meetings and perform daily administrative tasks.
• Establish priorities and manage work schedules to meet delivery objectives and quality commitments.
• Initiate and participate in LPS/CI initiatives; create and/or maintain meaningful visuals such as KPI boards.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives on current systems and processes to solve reoccurring issues and improve the effectiveness of the team.
• Conduct regular Gemba walks with team leader(s) and/or other leadership team members.
• Ensures positive team member relations by living our core values and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Initiate decisions related to hiring, promotions, performance, engagement, corrective action, dispute resolution, and terminations.
• Approves time off, overtime, and other pay-related policies for team members according to policy and practices.
• Identify training and skill development opportunities for team members to meet departmental needs.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements are: 

• College diploma in industrial production, operations management, engineering, or related, or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
•  Switches and Operators experience is an asset.
• Experience with switchgear and sub-assemblies.
• Knowledge of LPS including use of tools such as 5S, 4SPS, Kaizen, Gembas, etc.
• Knowledge of manufacturing tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and responsibilities as a supervisor.
• Excellent organization, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in scheduling, resource allocation, and priority planning toward deadlines.
• An understanding of basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching, and process execution.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP systems such as Oracle.

Physical Effort:

Normal or frequent minor physical effort required for the day-to-day activity in the workplace. May involve standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs and lifting/moving/using objects or equipment up to 20lbs.

Work Environment:

Acceptable working environment with minor or almost no disagreeable or challenging working conditions as part of everyday expected levels (all jobs will occasionally experience undesirable or disagreeable events

Vacancy Disclosure: 

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within S&C Electric Canada. 

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure:

Please note that S&C Electric Canada may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position. 

Why Work for S&C Electric Canada Ltd

With over 70 years of innovation in Canada and a century globally, S&C Electric is a trusted leader in power reliability. We foster a collaborative, safety-focused environment where achievements are celebrated and growth is encouraged.

What We Offer

•  Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus
• Generous employer-matched retirement savings plan
• Three weeks of paid vacation, plus paid holiday shutdown
• 100% employer-paid health and wellness benefits, including: 
  o    Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  o    Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) & Personal Spending Account (PSA)
  o    Life, AD&D, and disability insurance, with optional enhancement
• Summer hours program
• Education reimbursement
• Seniority recognition
•  Access to Spark LMS for continuous learning and development
• A safe and fun working environment where we celebrate our milestones.

These are just some of the other reasons why S&C is a great place to work. At S&C, we believe in empowering our people and providing meaningful career opportunities. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join a team where your contributions matter. Apply and join our team today

S&C Electric Canada Ltd. is an equal-opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, S&C Electric Canada Ltd. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform S&C Electric Canada Ltd.'s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

About Us

In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.

With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership. 

S&C's deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.