Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10 th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in "Automotive News." A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for supervising operations to ensure production is operating in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. Responsible for productions schedules and posting of daily work assignments based upon production needs and individual strengths. Must be shop floor orientated and provide "hands-on" product/process support for all reports on a daily basis. This individual will be the driver behind product/process safety, quality, delivery and morale. Accountable for continuous improvement of assigned department as well as training and development of direct reports.
* This position will work 9:30pm-6am starting Sunday through Thursday plus applicable weekends and overtime when required. This position will also work alternate shifts to cover when needed. All work must be performed in a safe, efficient manner in compliance with Company Policy, Local, Provincial and/or Federal rules and regulations and if applicable Collective Agreement. Communicates, trains, guides and coaches employees to achieve operational initiatives that optimize team efforts in the manufacturing of high quality products. Evaluates interpersonal skills, provides feedback and recommends as well as methods to improve interpersonal communications. Schedules and assigns personnel to work according to the demand of the manufacturing schedules. Continually assesses the limitations of equipment capacity and materials supply to directly make adjustments to personal for optimization of manufacturing output. Assesses each employee's abilities and skills to match with capabilities required for each area of the manufacturing floor. Continuously monitors and tracks output, manufacturing processes, labour efficiencies, direct operating expenses and quality indicators for assigned cost centers. Measures performance and quality. Drives positive results in operational Key Process Indicators. Establishes and builds working relationships with other departmental personnel, such as Maintenance, Engineering, Finance, Planning and Quality to meet production schedules. Meets regularly on a formal basis with Management Team to review production results and improvement priorities. Performs other related tasks as assigned. The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005. Requirements 1-3 years' related work experience Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Labour Laws. Conflict Resolution Management and Time Management. Strong communication, presentation, organizational, problem solving, teamwork interpersonal and leadership skills. Proficient computer skills. Effective use of technology, instruments, tools and information systems. Ability to seek a team approach. Ability to give guidance and direction as required. Ability to set direction, make decisions and oversee the line with little to no direct supervision. Solid computer proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite. Availability to support/operate on off shifts as required. Ability to deliver business results both independently and through others. Working Conditions Changes working positions from standing, sitting, bending and lifting up to 30lbs of parts and boxes. Exposure to health hazards; dust, high noise levels. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors and fumes or airborne particles. • Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time
What do our employees have to say?
"It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities."
"Lots of growth opportunity."
"The company's young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable."
Not just a job—a great place to work!
Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.
