We are not your ordinary plastics Company. We are innovators. We are environmental stewards. We are a passionate team proudly creating a better future. C.R. Plastic Products did not become the first company in North America to develop and supply superior outdoor furniture using 100% recycled plastic by following others. We achieved this through leadership, innovation, and a team with unwavering commitment to sustainability.

Awarded Canada's Greenest Employers 2023!

POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides support to the Manager, Team Leads, and Production Team Members, and is responsible for the 24/5 operation of the Manual Assembly & CNC Department. The Department Supervisor will drive the team towards achieving all departmental metrics. The main responsibilities include providing direction, training, and coaching to Production Team Members and Leads to ensure production goals are met in a timely manner with adherence to safety and quality standards. As well as evaluating the team to ensure that they can perform the required job tasks to meet company goals (i.e., safety, quality, and productivity).
As a Department Supervisor you can expect:

• Compensation Range: $30.60/hr - $36.22/hr

• RRSP Program

• Dental Care

• Extended Health Care

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Company Events

• On-site parking

• Paid time off

• Store Discount

• Wellness Program

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with health and safety legislation and housekeeping practices, use of personal protective equipment, and any other company policies.

• Responsible for the management and prevention of workplace injuries, responsible for accommodating injured workers to suitable employment, and for reporting to Production Manager as needed, on the prevention activities and outcomes of return to work.

• Work closely with the Master Scheduler to ensure all work orders are completed by the scheduled date and adjust production schedules accordingly. Monitor WIP levels to ensure they fall between Min/Max levels.

• Work with Maintenance & Scheduling to ensure timely completion of PM’s on machines.

• Work with the Production Manager and Human Resources to define direct labour requirements, interview candidates, and make hiring decisions.

• Enforce all company policies according to the handbook including the discipline of direct labour workforce.

• Work with Quality Assurance & Control to ensure that all product meets quality control standards.

• Monitor OEE% by machine and drive RCCA activities when deviating from the target based on downtime, quality, and productivity issues.

• Lead and develop Team Leads.

• Other duties as assigned.

BEHAVIOURAL

• Critical thinking can generate new ideas and document a long-term plan for improvement.

• Displays initiative, overcoming obstacles to achieve objectives. Works well under pressure defines aggressive targets and achieves them. Takes ownership and instills the same in direct reports. High-performance standards.

• Effective communicator. Respected and respects others. Good listening skills. Knows what’s going on by being in control.

• Organized. Uses time effectively and efficiently. Concentrates efforts on important priorities.

• Leadership. Sets clear expectations and challenges and develops others through coaching. Effectively rewards and recognizes others. Identifies growth opportunities for team members and has a plan in place to develop team members.

EDUCATION/SKILL/ EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years’ experience within manufacturing operations with leadership experience.

• Experience with Lean manufacturing tools.

• Post-Secondary Education in a Technical Field or demonstrated experience.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel).

• Forklift license and experience preferred, (Internal certification available).

• First Aid certification is an asset.

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.

• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.

• The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally may maneuver up to 50 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job may include but are not limited to close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

• Must be able to stand continuously for the duration of the scheduled shift.

The work environment and physical demands detailed above are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

Please let C.R. Plastics know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. C.R. Plastics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

Note to Recruiting Agencies
C.R. Plastics does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and C.R. Plastics recruitment.