Production Supervisor - Sealing Operations

About the Role

We are seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee our Sealing operations at Stratford, Ontario location. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $72,000 to $85,000 annually, based on experience, complemented by a comprehensive benefits and pension plan including company matching contributions. Cooper Standard is a prominent global supplier of sealing and fluid handling systems, with operations in 20 countries and a workforce exceeding 22,000 employees worldwide. Our expertise lies in materials science and manufacturing, driving innovative and sustainable engineered solutions across transportation and industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all team members, promoting it as the highest priority.
• Provide training to staff on job functions, safety protocols, and company policies, enforcing these standards and applying disciplinary measures when warranted.
• Manage hourly timekeeping using Kronos, oversee scrap reporting via GDOX, and prepare daily and shift supervisor reports.
• Participate in weekly production planning meetings to align operations.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels while monitoring records of employee attendance, overtime, and downtime through manual or electronic systems.
• Generate and sustain detailed reports concerning workload progress, material consumption, production rates, and other relevant production data.
• Reduce scrap material losses by overseeing scrap levels and ensuring compliance with scrap reporting processes.
• Foster positive relationships with employees and union representatives.
• Keep equipment in working order and coordinate timely repairs or replacements addressing production or safety concerns.
• Maintain clear and effective communication channels within and across departments.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings to reinforce workplace safety.
• Support production start-up activities and coach operators on proper changeover procedures.
• Oversee quality inspections during production and implement measures to address quality issues.
• Alert operators, engineering, and quality control teams to quality concerns and review rejected materials collaboratively.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience in a unionized manufacturing setting is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Proven leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability to work across all three shifts.

Additional Information

We appreciate interest from all applicants; however, only candidates meeting the specified criteria will be contacted. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available throughout the recruitment process. Please indicate any accommodation needs in your cover letter or resume.