Job Description

- Production Supervisor

Here's what we do

Founded in 1981, Broda has grown into an international leader in long term care seating.
We take raw material, and with your help transform them into a vast array of high-end wheelchairs, and gliders. The chairs we build are utilized in hospitals, and health care facilities across North America. Our products have helped millions of individuals lead happier, healthier lives.

Here's where you come in

Broda is looking to hire an experienced Production Supervisor to join our team. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this individual will oversee the Sewing/Assembly Lines along with all employees in these areas. This is an evening shift position that will need to coordinate closely with the morning supervisors to align production needs and output.

The ideal candidate will be responsible to hold team members accountable to their required roles, duties and takt times. We are looking for someone who leads by example and maintains positive employee relationships. You will work closely with Plant Manager and Human Resources to ensure appropriate skills are being hired and be an active participant in the progressive discipline and coaching process with regards to employee performance, conduct, and absenteeism.

As the Production Supervisor, you will work with all departments to improve processes and systems at Broda and assist with the implementation of programs that will have continuing long-term benefits. You will monitor existing processes to make sure they continue to perform at optimal levels of efficiency, while minimizing down time.

Position Summary- Skills

Responsible for ensuring compliance of all company policies, procedures and plant regulatory requirements. Ensure cross-training throughout departments and succession planning to maintain a two seat bench and maintain staffing needs Obtain signed training records on all training that takes place within the departments responsible for Lead and support customer quality control functions such as RGA, quality issues and corrective methods to improve quality and customer complaints Liaise between customer service, product management, engineering, and supply chain to recognize opportunities for improvement with regards to customer service issues and quality of processes. Proactively solicit all feedback on processes or procedures as needed to improve productivity and quality within the plant. Collaborate with Management team to support continuous improvement initiatives and to improve quality across all processes. Responsible to ensure updated, clear & accurate SWI documents/procedures are located at each workstation and that the SOP and SWIs are followed Engage in team meetings for problem solving Conflict resolution when needed Other tasks assigned by Plant Manager.

Experience/Education

Minimum 2 years of relative supervisory experience, or equivalent education and experiences in manufacturing setting Knowledge and experience with 5S and continuous improvement Experience with Microsoft Office Suite of Products, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel Demonstrated leadership and management skills, as well as decision-making and problem-solving ability.

Perks and Benefits

Clean, well maintained work environment Continuous on the job training Inclusive, multi-cultural environment Health & Benefits Package Indoor work environment On-site parking
Broda Seating is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, indicate this on your application and we will ensure accommodations are made to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all candidates for your interest, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Vision care Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:

Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Supervising: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2021-11-25