JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Lead Hand to oversee EVENING SHIFT (3:30 PM to Midnight) operations within our manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge and experience in a factory setting, ensuring that assembly line processes run smoothly and efficiently. As a Lead Hand, you will be responsible for guiding team members, maintaining quality standards, and optimizing production workflows.

REQUIRED SKILLS, ABILITY, EXPERIENCE

• Preference will be given to applicants with Fin Press Setup Experience
• Additional skills to be learned on the job through intense cross-training program: candidate will cycle through all job positions within the department for training and must display competency skills.
• Have management skills
• Have technical/mechanical skills
• Excellent communication skills, able to speak, write and read in English
• Able to perform all tasks with all departments including lifting, crane use and forktruck
• Able to lift 25 kgs
• Able to stand and walk throughout the shift
• Punctual, reliable and responsible
• Can work well in a team environment and support fellow team members
• First Aid trained and CPR or must obtain certification within 3 months.
• Basic computer skills including Excel and Word and email.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: $29.91 per hour
  Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kingston, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In perso

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

The Lead Hand plays an important leadership role. He/she works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is expected to effectively handle multiple activities simultaneously, and successfully function in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.
He/she gives direction, assists in the training of new employees, directly supports the Department Foreman, and remains a member of the bargaining unit.

DUTIES

• Oversees and directs the daily work in support of the Foreman.
• Ensure all equipment is operating properly, reports any issues to the foreman.
• Ensures that all employees within the Department are working without disruption.
• Where needed, performs general labour tasks on the production line.
• Training teammates or new hires in new positions within the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contributes to a healthy work environment, while maintaining health and safety standards.
• Champions and upholds department standards as a role model for other employees
• Maintains personal productivity that meets/exceeds standards
• Dedicated to creating a high quality product that consistently meets product specifications.
• Leads and contributes to the team and the whole facility in a positive way.