Production Team Leader
- Enfield, NS
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Foster an Active Caring culture focused on safety and well-being.
- Promote and support all EH&S, CORE, Ethics, and Training programs; ensure compliance with corporate and legal standards.
- Drive quality initiatives and continuous improvement to meet or exceed customer expectations and production targets.
- Provide visible, supportive leadership on the shop floor—solve problems, remove barriers, and ensure daily commitments are achieved.
- Communicate clear goals, expectations, and feedback to employees.
- Lead and participate in investigations and root cause analysis for safety or quality concerns.
- Collaborate across departments to meet shared objectives, including Plant 41 key performance targets.
- Recognize high performance and coach underperformance through consistent, constructive feedback.
- Champion change and lead by example in times of transition or uncertainty.
- Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to effectively use CORE tools to determine and implement a solution.
- Lead, coach, schedule, and develop production staff to ensure high engagement, flexibility, and capability.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. A combination of relevant education and equivalent work experience may also be considered.
- Diploma or journey person red seal in a Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Engineering-related field is an asset.
- 5+ years of proven leadership and supervisory experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
- Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to drive change, influence others, and lead through transformation.
- Advanced proficiency in SAP, ENOVIA, and related systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Track record of personal development and professional achievement.
- Recognized for reliability, initiative, and consistent performance.
- Additional training in leadership and change management considered a strong asset.
- Adaptability: Respond quickly to changing priorities; support learning and growth in yourself and others.
- Change Management: Champion and drive change.
- Performance Management: Support team performance objectives and achieving results through regular coaching, employee development, and corrective action.
- Analytical Thinking: Solve problems using root cause analysis and implement lasting improvements.
- Judgment & Decision Making: Balance quality, cost, and risk to make sound decisions aligned with business goals.
- Communication: Deliver clear, concise messages at all levels; listen actively and encourage open dialogue.
- Customer Focus: Build strong, respectful relationships with internal and external customers.
- Results-Driven: Set clear goals, empower your team, and hold yourself and others accountable.
- Developing Talent: Provide feedback, coaching, and development opportunities to support team growth.
- Strategic Leadership: Inspire a shared vision and create a culture of accountability and excellence.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Work across functions to drive superior results; share knowledge and align on goals
- Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
- Group insurance program
- Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
- Merit or recognition program
- Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
- Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking