Production Supervisor

Job Overview

Job Description

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Production Supervisor

Country/Region: CA

Location: Midland, ON, CA, L4R4L5

At ZF LIFETEC, we save lives through cutting-edge technology. With over 60 years of automotive safety innovation, we blend start-up agility with corporate stability to drive meaningful impact worldwide. Operating across 51 locations in 22 countries, our global presence amplifies our mission to make roads safer and save lives.

Join us in a supportive and dynamic environment committed to safety, innovation, and reliability. As a part of our international team, your contributions spark industry-leading innovations in automotive safety. Our inclusive and diverse working environment promotes creativity, career growth, and continuous development.

Req ID 73512 TCL Midland 1, Canada, ZF Automotive Canada Limited

Summary

The Production Supervisor, under the direction of the Operations Manager, will primarily be responsible to ensure that all employees comply with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards. This position will ensure the effectiveness of employees through strategic hiring, assignment of duties, discipline, and dismissal. This role will also oversee staff to ensure work is being performed according to established standards

Your Tasks

Administer disciplinary action in accordance with established procedures
Analyze departmental operations and identify areas requiring improvement
Approve vacation requests and monitor vacation schedules to ensure appropriate coverage
Celebrate successes and foster an atmosphere of success
Ensure that employees adhere to all health and safety regulations
Plan and conduct meetings with employees to communicate team targets, goals, and projects
Ensure that all employees comply with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards
Ensure the effectiveness of employees through strategic hiring, assignment of duties, discipline, and dismissal
Oversee staff to ensure work is being performed according to established standards
Plan the department's workload and flow
Translate strategic goals into practical actions
Provide leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training, and development
Evaluate employee performance and provide feedback, coaching, and formal evaluations
Provide informal feedback and coaching to staff on an ongoing basis
Ensure that safe work practices are being followed
Ensure that all staff under your direction are equipped with and are using the proper personal protective equipment
Ensure employees have clear goals and are aware of expectations
Coordinate activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and delegating work accordingly
Oversee compliance with company policies and standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and complete and on-time delivery
Oversee all workmanship to ensure high standards and efficiency
Oversee departmental outputs, ensuring they meet production schedules, safety and quality standards, as well as customer needs
Oversee all manufacturing and processing procedures, the setting of machine or equipment controls, as well as the production and inspection processes

Your Profile

Strong formal and informal leadership skills
5 years of experience in a management role within a manufacturing setting
Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives, and policies
Ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of all direct reports
Ability to supervise and motivate a team to achieve and exceed their goals
Ability to identify issues and implement creative and strategic solutions to overcome problems
Ability to remain calm and poised in urgent situations
Ability to motivate self and others
Proven experience in systematic problem solving
Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
Strong excel skills
Previous union workforce experience
Work overtime and weekends as required

Why ZF LIFETEC?

Innovative Impact: Shape the future of safety with life-saving technology that truly matters.
Dynamic Workplace: Thrive in an agile, collaborative environment where every idea counts.
Culture of Excellence: Be part of a team with over 60 years of high standards and groundbreaking achievements.
Growth & Empowerment: Advance your career with strong support for personal and professional development.

Diversity & Inclusion

At ZF LIFETEC, we are committed to building a culture where inclusiveness thrives and diversity is valued. We welcome unique perspectives and actively work to remove barriers, empowering all employees to reach their full potential. Guided by this vision, we innovate and create life-saving technology that makes a real impact on automotive safety.