Production Team Lead

Position Summary

We are seeking motivated, dependable individuals to join our production team as Production Team Leads at our Feversham facility.

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Production Team Lead is a hands-on leadership position responsible for supporting daily production activities, coordinating team members, maintaining quality and safety standards, and ensuring production targets are achieved.

We welcome applications from individuals with previous leadership experience, as well as experienced manufacturing employees who demonstrate strong communication, initiative, accountability, and the potential to grow into a leadership role. Previous experience in a formal manufacturing leadership position is a strong asset.

What You Can Expect as a Production Team Lead

• Starting wage of $25.49 per hour, with a wage increase after three months
• 12-hour rotating continental shifts, including days and nights
• Company-paid life insurance, health and dental benefits
• Company RRSP matching program
• On-the-job training and ongoing development opportunities
• Uniforms and safety shoe allowance
• Clean and safe working environment
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace
• Employee referral program

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day direction, guidance, and support to production employees to ensure production targets and quality standards are achieved.
• Operate production machinery and assist with production activities as required.
• Support the training and development of team members, reinforcing safe work practices, operating procedures, and performance expectations.
• Monitor production activities, identify operational challenges, and communicate concerns to the Production Supervisor and appropriate departments.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation for quality control and performance tracking.
• Perform routine cleaning and housekeeping activities to maintain equipment and production areas.
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Quality teams to help minimize downtime and resolve production issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate effective communication between employees, supervisors, and shifts.
• Promote a positive, accountable, and safety-focused work environment through teamwork and leading by example.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience in food, beverage, plastics, or high-volume manufacturing is considered an asset.
• Previous team lead, supervisory, training, or other formal leadership experience is an asset.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, dependability, and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with others and positively influence team performance.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to remain composed, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
• Willingness and ability to learn production processes, support coworkers, and develop leadership skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate production records.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating continental shifts, including days and nights.