Manufacturing Supervisor

At Dieter's, division of High Bar Brands, we have been manufacturing quality truck accessories since 1976. We are proud to have become one of the most respected names in the truck aftermarket industry by listening to our customers and then delivering a product that meets and exceeds their expectations. Our dedicated craftspeople have access to state-of-the-art equipment and use only the best quality stainless steel to design, develop, and manufacture the parts that have built our brand.

Essential Functions

Leadership & Production Oversight

• Lead, coach, and supervise production and welding / fabrication team to meet manufacturing goals.
• Assign daily work, monitor workflow, and adjust manpower as needed to meet deadlines.
• Communicate production priorities clearly and effectively.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety rules, and quality standards.
• Communicate with your team the objectives, safety reminders, and workload.
• Support employee development through cross-training and ongoing performance feedback.

Technical Support

• Provide hands-on guidance in production and welding / fabrication operations (TIG).
• Ensure all manufacturing process accuracy meet specifications.
• Interpret and verify technical drawings, work orders, and material requirements.
• Support setup, tooling changes, and optimization of manufacturing processes.

Troubleshooting & Equipment Support

• Troubleshoot manufacturing and welding machines, part-quality issues, and production problems.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and engineering to diagnose mechanical issues, reduce downtime, and drive corrective actions.
• Escalate equipment concerns requiring repair or service.
• Monitor equipment performance and promote preventive maintenance.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and company policies.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and safe machine operation.
• Conduct safety talks, inspections, and incident reporting.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.

Quality Assurance

• Monitor product quality and ensure adherence to specifications and customer expectations.
• Support root-cause investigations and corrective actions for defects or rework.
• Collaborate with the Quality team on inspections and process controls.

Reporting & Communication

• Update production reports, downtime logs, and shift summaries in the ERP system.
• Communicate achievements, issues and delays to the Director of Operations, as they come up.
• Work closely with planning, engineering, and quality teams to support production flow.

Process Documentation & Succession Planning

• Ensure all welding and production processes, workflows, and SOPs are accurately documented and regularly updated.
• Maintain clear records to support knowledge transfer, training, and continuity of operations in case of role changes or promotions.
• Collaborate with management to identify critical processes and create documentation that supports succession planning.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing and welding equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize.
• Computer proficiency (ERP experience preferred).
• High attention to detail in safety, quality, and documentation.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Completion of a College Diploma or Technical Certification in Welding, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Manufacturing, or related field (preferred).
• Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Minimum 6+ years of hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication and welding.
• Minimum 4+ years supervisory or lead-hand experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with TIG welding, manufacturing machinery, and sheet metal finishing.
• Experience with stainless steel, aluminum and carbon steel metal fabrication.

Disclaimer: Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

In compliance with Ontario Bill 149, this posting is for a backfill position.