Overview

Manufacturing Kubota’s brands of high-performance alloys and friction materials from raw materials to finished products under one roof in Orillia, Canada, Kubota Materials Canada Corporation leads the industry in quality, advanced technology and on-time delivery.

Summary:

The supervisor is responsible for the daily operations within the Fabrication Shop including but not limited to directing and coordinating all welding activities by organizing and monitoring work flow and by performing the following duties with the health and safety of all employees in mind.

Major Responsibilities (but not limited to)

· Remain current on immediate, short-term and long-term production requirements

· Act as point-person for employees in a certain production area; or in the case of off-shift including weekends—for the whole production area

· Ensure complete familiarity with the operation and safe emergency shut-down of all equipment under immediate supervision

· Model appropriate behaviour including communication, safe work habits, wearing of PPE, and adherence to KMC policies

· Schedule activities of personnel to meet production goals required for that shift/week

· Liaise with other departments as required to maintain information and production flow

· Ensure personnel are operating under the requirements of the current collective agreement

· Troubleshoot issues in production or personnel conflicts; seek assistance from Manager, as needed

· Tour prospective employees of production areas to give realistic job preview, prior to hire

· Ensure all staff are properly trained on any equipment, prior to use

· Participate in regular emergency evacuation/shut down procedures, to maintain quick response time

· Report regularly on production achievements and/or shortfalls

· Report and follow maintenance issues as they affect safety and production area

· Conduct thorough debrief with in-coming (next shift) Supervisor to ensure continuity of supervision

· Maintain safety of employees as paramount priority

· Participate in inventories as scheduled; both cycle counts and full inventory accounting

· Ensure alignment with the overall Production departmental goals and objectives

· Support Kubota Global Identity, with the Brand and Spirit statements of Kubota Materials Canada Corporation

· Other related duties, as required

Education, Experience and Qualifications

· Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university

· Minimum 5 years experience in a hands-on role in a manufacturing facility

· Minimum 2 years experience leading staff or sub-contractors in a production environment

· Commitment to lean methodology practices for process improvement

· Ability to read and interpret blueprints

· Experience leading in a unionized environment preferred

· Training courses in related Health and Safety

· First Aid & CPR certificates, or willingness to obtain

· Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite

We thank all applicants for their interest in Kubota Materials, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Kubota Materials Canada Corporation is an equal opportunity employer which considers all qualified applicants for employment without regards to race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability. Kubota Materials Canada Corporation prohibits discrimination based on these or any other category protected by law.

If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Vision care

Schedule:

COVID-19 considerations:
The health of our employees and candidates is a top priority. KMC strictly adheres to provincial and local such as medical screening, enhanced cleaning and Plexiglas screens orders with regards to COVID-19. Masks are mandatory and measures are in place.

Education:

  • AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

  • Welding: 5 years (preferred)
  • leadership in a production facility: 2 years (preferred)

Work remotely:

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