Production Supervisor [14406]

We are recruiting an experienced Production Supervisor to join our team to support our client in the automotive industry. NOTE: 6-month contract that could be extended but no guarantee Ability to work all three shifts is required, primarily the off shifts (midnights and afternoons) Ability work overtime including weekends and holidays when required RESPONSIBILITIES: Coach team members on Safety, Quality, and Productivity to ensure objectives are met by adhering to standardized work Optimize production throughput in alignment with budget and cost objectives Monitor ANDON (a system to notify production issues) occurrences and serve as the initial responder for secondary support Verify production line safe and smooth operation, and its output of quality parts, through Process Confirmation Support Kaizen (Continuous Improvement) initiatives and coach problem resolution at the lowest possible level Meet targets for First Time Through (FTT), inventory, cost, scrap, supply, and tooling expenses Build the capability of both Team Leaders and Team Members Create a conducive work environment that enables teams to complete their assigned responsibilities and tasks Ensure effective communication and recognition within the team Perform basic administration of supervisory duties and documentation Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: 1+ years’ experience working with and supervising unionized workforce and understanding of CBA (collective bargaining agreement) Experience in body shop, stamping, paint, subassembly, or machining preferred. Safety and Quality experience preferred Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and constraint management principles Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook) Prior experience managing a unionized workforce Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining experience (specific to Power TakeOff) Helium leak stand experience (specific to Power Take-Off) Adept problem-solving and conflict management skills Effective organizational and administrative capabilities COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: $35.00 - $40.00 hour (depending on experience) Paid Benefits after 90 days (individual and family) – extended medical, out-of-country coverage, dental etc. Pension eligibility, with employer match, after 1 full year of work MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates. MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for coaching team members on safety, quality, and productivity while optimizing production throughput. They must monitor production issues, ensure standardized work adherence, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Candidates must have at least one year of experience supervising a unionized workforce and possess knowledge of lean manufacturing principles. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience in automotive manufacturing environments like body shops or stamping are preferred.

• Extended medical • Out-of-country coverage • Dental • Pension eligibility • Employer match • Referral bonus

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Production supervision
• Unionized workforce management
• Lean manufacturing
• Constraint management
• Safety compliance
• Quality control
• Microsoft Office
• Problem-solving
• Conflict management
• Process confirmation
• Kaizen
• CNC machining
• Helium leak testing
• Administrative documentation

• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Security & Safety

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 10, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Not Applicable

Application method

Direct apply is available