Production Supervisor
Top Benefits
About the role
Gentek is a leading manufacturer and distributor of vinyl/aluminum siding and windows and other exterior home improvement products. With 3 manufacturing facilities and 22 distribution branches in Canada we are well-positioned to provide our customers with the best products and a superior service experience. We are looking for a qualified Production Supervisor to join the team at our window manufacturing plant in London, ON.
Job Description
- Identify, correct, maintain and improve quality standards with accountability for a complete operational area within the plant
- Coach and lead Production Associates and Team Leads to drive attainment of safety, housekeeping, quality, delivery, and productivity targets
- Identify, correct and maintain quality standards
- Direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods
- Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments
- Demonstrate equipment operations and work and safety procedures to new employees, or assign employees to experienced workers for training
- Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports, in order to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs
- Identify and resolve barriers to production throughput
Required Skills
- Experience with standard work for operators, leads and supervisors
- Experience Supervising in a Unionized facility
- Ability to interpret a Collective Agreement
- Experience with implementation and sustaining a 5S program
- Exposure to Lean manufacturing concepts (6 sigma, Kaizen etc)
- Able to perform time studies and make recommendations to improve throughput
- Have held a leadership role in continuous improvement activities.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
- Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work. Interviewing, coaching and counseling to identify the best people for the job
- Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.
- Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
- Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively and in a professional manner
Qualifications
- 3-5 years’ experience in a supervisory role preferably within a manufacturing setting
- Experience with continuous (one piece) flow manufacturing, labor paced production, standard work, and pull systems highly desirable, in addition to experience leading production in a made-to-order manufacturing environment
- Proven team building and change management skills required
- Bachelor’s degree desired, or equivalent work and leadership experience
- Demonstrate integrity, flexibility, sound judgment, respect for people, and good critical thinking skills
Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.
About Gentek Building Products - Canada
Quality-crafted with attention to detail, Gentek products combine outstanding beauty and strength with the luxury of a low-maintenance finish. Backed by more than 50 years of manufacturing expertise, it is our companywide commitment and never-ending ambition to produce the very best building materials - products deserving of our good name and worthy of the place you call home.
As one of the few brands to offer an extensive product line of vinyl, aluminum and steel siding and accessories, Gentek has everything you need to create an exquisite home exterior. Our handsomely crafted profiles, inviting colours and rich textures will embrace your every idea and inspiration - making your home a true reflection of your personal taste.
Gentek windows will also dramatically heighten the style and comfort of your home. Each window is performance-engineered for outstanding beauty, durability and energy efficiency. From the traditional elegance of a double hung to the sweeping curve of a bay or bow, our window collection will let you design the perfect window system.
Gentek even helps take the guesswork our of selecting a colour scheme for your home. With MyDesign Home Studio visualization software, your Gentek contractor can guide you through a variety of siding and window selections. Plus, we'll help you find a local qualified installer in your area, or a local home improvement store for the Do-It-Yourselfer.
And remember, remodeling your home is typically a one-time investment that can significantly improve the curb appeal and value of your home, should you decide to sell.
Production Supervisor
Top Benefits
About the role
Gentek is a leading manufacturer and distributor of vinyl/aluminum siding and windows and other exterior home improvement products. With 3 manufacturing facilities and 22 distribution branches in Canada we are well-positioned to provide our customers with the best products and a superior service experience. We are looking for a qualified Production Supervisor to join the team at our window manufacturing plant in London, ON.
Job Description
- Identify, correct, maintain and improve quality standards with accountability for a complete operational area within the plant
- Coach and lead Production Associates and Team Leads to drive attainment of safety, housekeeping, quality, delivery, and productivity targets
- Identify, correct and maintain quality standards
- Direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods
- Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments
- Demonstrate equipment operations and work and safety procedures to new employees, or assign employees to experienced workers for training
- Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports, in order to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs
- Identify and resolve barriers to production throughput
Required Skills
- Experience with standard work for operators, leads and supervisors
- Experience Supervising in a Unionized facility
- Ability to interpret a Collective Agreement
- Experience with implementation and sustaining a 5S program
- Exposure to Lean manufacturing concepts (6 sigma, Kaizen etc)
- Able to perform time studies and make recommendations to improve throughput
- Have held a leadership role in continuous improvement activities.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
- Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work. Interviewing, coaching and counseling to identify the best people for the job
- Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.
- Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
- Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively and in a professional manner
Qualifications
- 3-5 years’ experience in a supervisory role preferably within a manufacturing setting
- Experience with continuous (one piece) flow manufacturing, labor paced production, standard work, and pull systems highly desirable, in addition to experience leading production in a made-to-order manufacturing environment
- Proven team building and change management skills required
- Bachelor’s degree desired, or equivalent work and leadership experience
- Demonstrate integrity, flexibility, sound judgment, respect for people, and good critical thinking skills
Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.
About Gentek Building Products - Canada
Quality-crafted with attention to detail, Gentek products combine outstanding beauty and strength with the luxury of a low-maintenance finish. Backed by more than 50 years of manufacturing expertise, it is our companywide commitment and never-ending ambition to produce the very best building materials - products deserving of our good name and worthy of the place you call home.
As one of the few brands to offer an extensive product line of vinyl, aluminum and steel siding and accessories, Gentek has everything you need to create an exquisite home exterior. Our handsomely crafted profiles, inviting colours and rich textures will embrace your every idea and inspiration - making your home a true reflection of your personal taste.
Gentek windows will also dramatically heighten the style and comfort of your home. Each window is performance-engineered for outstanding beauty, durability and energy efficiency. From the traditional elegance of a double hung to the sweeping curve of a bay or bow, our window collection will let you design the perfect window system.
Gentek even helps take the guesswork our of selecting a colour scheme for your home. With MyDesign Home Studio visualization software, your Gentek contractor can guide you through a variety of siding and window selections. Plus, we'll help you find a local qualified installer in your area, or a local home improvement store for the Do-It-Yourselfer.
And remember, remodeling your home is typically a one-time investment that can significantly improve the curb appeal and value of your home, should you decide to sell.