Norwood Portable Sawmills Looking for Production Team Leader at Barrie, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Norwood Sawmills, a global leader in mobile sawmill technology, is seeking a Production Team Leader to join their team. The role of the Production Team Leader is responsible for leading a team of production workers in their day-to-day responsibilities to ensure the efficient and smooth operation of the production process. They are responsible for achieving production targets, maintaining product quality, promoting safety practices, and fostering a positive work environment.

Get to Know Norwood

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Norwood Industries Inc. is an outdoor equipment lifestyle brand company and leading designer and manufacturer of portable sawmills sold throughout North America and in over 100 countries worldwide. Our mission is to empower resourceful people everywhere to build their best futures through wood and their natural environment.

We have been growing exponentially for many years. As we do, we are welcoming talented, passionate and driven team members who are excited to be part of this remarkable journey. We are at an incredible time in our evolution, and this is just the beginning – just like our customers are creating theirs when they use a Norwood or Frontier sawmill to bring their dreams to life. Make your mark with Norwood Sawmills. For more information, visit https://www.norwoodsawmills.com.

Responsibilities

Production Operations

• Oversee and guide Production Team in production process, ensuring it runs smoothly and effectively
• Monitor production schedules and adjust workflows as needed to meet production goals
• Ensure proper handling and storage of products to prevent damage with Material Handlers.
• Communicate with the Material Handlers to ensure product is picked and placed on the line ahead of when needed. Ensure consistent flow in and out of production lines with minimal downtime.
• Provide clear, precise, and timely direction on;
• Assembly building
• Executing final stage of assembly process
• Packaging of sawmill parts
• Review and assist with First Off Verification of packaging products, verifying correct weight measurements

Inventory

• Build and execute production plans with Production Manager to maximize efficiency on the line
• Maintain and provide updates to Production Manager on stock levels of inventory.
• Ensure team members restock product properly, on the line and within the racks

Leadership

• Provide guidance and instruction to the team in a constructive and positive manner.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members and monitor their performance
• Provide coaching and support to address performance issues and improve skills
• Conduct morning meetings to keep team members informed with safety talks, daily department goals, Health & Safety, and Company updates.
• Identify training opportunities within the department for the Production Associates
• Provide support and collaboration, when required, to the Warehouse team, and act as the back-up for the Production Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-3 years of related experience
• Leadership and supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of production processes and techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using production-related software and Microsoft Office tools
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of safety regulations and a commitment to a safe working environment

Benefits

What’s in it for YOU!

• Competitive compensation package – Certified Living Wage Employer (Champion)
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time team members
• Norwood RRSP program
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan – including a commitment to mental wellness and a flexible Health Care Spending Account
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Employee Excellence Program – recognition & rewards
• Employee merchandise store
• Employee referral program
• Social committee events
• Perkopolis membership

We thank you for your interest in our position! If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. If you are passionate, collaborative, and resourceful, you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Only those applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted.

At Norwood we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace which empowers resourceful people to build their best future. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, your faith, ability, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you’re comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at Norwood. If you have any requests or requirements to support you throughout any part of the recruitment process, please let our Human Resources team know.

Norwood is proud to be a Certified Living Wage Employer (Champion) and Health & Safety Excellence Program member.