Machine Shop Supervisor - Oakville, Canada - Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace

Verified Company

Oakville, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

In this position you will be reporting to the Machine Shop Manager.

As the Afternoon Shift Machine Shop Supervisor, you will oversee daily, weekly and monthly production targets of a team of machinists while maintaining the highest of quality, safety and process standards.

Work Shift - Afternoon Shift (Monday - Thursday, 4:00 pm to 2:00 am)

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide day to day working leadership within the machine shop during the afternoon shift, by ensuring that safeworking procedures, good housekeeping practices and all company policies are adhered to.
Plan and organize the efficient and effective use of manpower, equipment, and material resources.
Schedule, distribute and control work assignments to provide smooth flow of both priority and routine tasks to ensure efficient utilization of personnel and production requirements are met in a timely basis.
Provide support and direction to employees on machining/technical challenges.
Work with the team to drive continuous improvement through driver measures, open team dialogue and actively participating in Tier board meetings.
Participate and support CORE related activities and drive CORE initiatives.
Interface with appropriate support personnel (Manufacturing, Engineering, Production Control, and Inspection, in the investigation of production problems encountered in meeting schedule requirements and/or quality standards.
Act proactively to ensure a safe work environment and promote safe work habits through formal audits and continuous contact with the shop floor.
Act as a coach and mentor to improve employee performance and engagement.
Resolve employee concerns by listening, analyzing, and taking action.
Conduct performance reviews, lead coaching discussions and participate in hiring activities.
Coordinate overtime and vacation planning to ensure adequate coverage during shift.
Work with the teams to understand the need to drive continuous improvement through driver measures, open team dialogue and a bias for action; actively participate in daily Tier board meetings.
Establishes lines of communication between other supervisors and cell leaders, determines the area of responsibility and follows up to ensure assignments are completed in accordance with procedures and instructions.
Assist in reviewing those problem areas that have been identified by monitoring QN's and PDS sheets and ensures proper action has been taken to correct the unfavorable occurrence.
Investigate production and improvement suggestions to determine feasibility, suggest new production ideas including acquisition and commissioning of new production.
Work with maintenance team to drive rapid closure of all daily machine issues, and identify opportunities for PM, TPM and additional support.
Performs other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

Post-Secondary education/certification in a related technical discipline coupled with previous experience in a leadership position in a manufacturing environment.
Minimum 3 years prior leadership experience in a supervisory role.
Minimum 3 years of experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
Must have a strong background in CNC and manual machining and or experience in a handson CNC machinist position.
Previous experience in a fast paced, manufacturing environment is required, and prior aerospace experience would be considered an asset.
Demonstrated performance and leadership qualities through successful participation in company leadership activities/roles.
Demonstrated problem solving & data analytics skills.
Strong computer skills including all Microsoft Office Applications (i.e. Excel).
Ability to work and be available to cover other shifts as required.
Knowledge of applicable processes within all cells.
Must be able to communicate well with people at all levels in the organization.
Effective time management skills.
Accepts ownership and accountability for own actions and is persistent in following through on daily plan.
A team player with strong planning and organizational skills.
Proven mentoring skills and ability to delegate duties effectively among employees.
Respects diversity and treats others with respect.
Energetic and innovative leader who shares new ideas in an effort to continuously improve the process.
Strong knowledge of EH&S programs and policies with a passion for health and safety.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry.

Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

The high quality products we design, test and produce in our Mechanical Systems help millions of passengers reach their destinations safely - every day From landing systems and actuation to propellers, flight