Manufacturing Manager Jobs in Waterloo, ON (NOW HIRING)

Joining the team at SC Johnson Professional makes you part of a family company with a deep history in the professional market as a leading manufacturer of skincare, cleaning and hygiene products, and smart technologies. We provide solutions to Healthcare, Clean Industrial, Industrial, Office & Institutional, Hospitality & Travel, and Retail & Entertainment markets.

SC Johnson Professionalis a business unit within SC Johnson, a family-owned and led company and leading manufacturer of quality, trusted products since 1886.

ABOUT THE ROLE

It is the responsibility of the Team Lead to lead the activities of production and operation workers on their assigned shift. The Team Lead shall ensure that production schedules are followed and completed on time, and within budget.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Expedite production and manage workflow to ensure that all targets are met on time and to quality standards
• Monitor and report on the performance of team members to the Manufacturing Manager
• In absence of Manufacturing Manager: Assigns work for plant staff, ensures production is controlled and maintained
• Responsible for resolving minor conflicts between employees or addressing minor performance issues. All such incidents are to be reported to their manager. The Manufacturing Manager shall be informed as soon as possible, so that an investigation and the determination of any formal disciplinary action can be completed.
• Oversee their assigned shift in a professional manner, ensuring compliance with labour standards, health and safety policies, corporate standards, skills and training, housekeeping, and efficiency/productivity
• Ensures plant workers perform their duties in a safe manner and with the protective devices, measures and procedures required by applicable government Acts and Regulations, including ensuring the use of the appropriate protective equipment.
• Must become familiar with the rules and safety programs applicable, follow prescribed health and safety policies and procedures and participate in the process of identifying, reporting, and assisting in eliminating risks to the health and safety in the workplace.
• Advises Health and Safety Committee and management of the existence of any potential or actual danger to the health and safety of the worker.
• Follow all applicable company policies and procedures.
• Identify and resolve Production Planning issues created by material/component shortages and changing production schedules
• Look for opportunities and adhere to practices for reduction of waste and materials
• Demonstrate equipment operations and work and safety procedures to new employees, or assign employees to experienced workers for training
• Provide an environment that cultivates and enforces continuous improvement, open communication, and superior customer service
• Make decisions in a timely manner, under tight deadlines and pressure
• Ensure that work orders are completed in a timely fashion and within budget
• Work with other Team Leads to coordinate operations and activities within and between departments
• Report anticipated and actual deviances from the plan to the Manufacturing Manager and Customer Service immediately
• Ensure all product is built in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements
• Identifies and communicates with the management team potential risks and opportunities for improvement
• Generate and communicate the job rotation schedule for the shift ensuring team members have the skill and ability to complete the job
• Assist with break relief as required
• Assist with QA and print set-up as required
• Cover any manpower shortages to ensure the schedule is attained
• Complete new operator training and paperwork
• Allocate foils and work orders into the proper bins for the material handlers
• Create labels as required for moulding and finished goods
• Complete monthly attainment folder at the end of each shift for dispensers and inserts
• Record cover scrap at the end of each shift
• Update the planning schedule to reflect production progress throughout the shift
• Review and sign all work orders at the end of each shift to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Complete SAP production entries
• Perform other duties and special projects as required.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• High School Diploma
• Previous manufacturing supervisory skills acquired through previous work experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS
Excellent knowledge of company product line, product codes, packaging, supplies, equipment, and inventory control of these items.

• Supervisory courses are an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge of operation of plant equipment including injection moulding equipment.
• WHMIS and health and safety training an asset.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations an asset
• Motor skills and manual dexterity to assemble product and operate plant equipment.
• Interpersonal/negotiating skills to deal with team members within and across departments
• Demonstrated sound judgement in decision-making
• Basic mathematical skills to conduct inventory count
• Verbal communication skills to deal with fellow workers
• Written communication skills to prepare production reports
• Working knowledge of company policies and procedures
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions, procedure manuals and personnel policies
• Current First Aid certification an asset
• Must be willing to take part in QA and Print set up training at Dispensing if not already trained
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 40 hours per week
• Must be open to work various shifts

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned

at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description

does not constitute a contract of employment

The Company's Total Rewards package is at or above industry levels. The expected base salary range for this position is between 43,000.00 CAD - 56,500.00 CAD. Job related skills, experience, education, and location will be considered in setting actual starting base salary. In addition to your base salary and depending on job level, eligibility, and performance, a total package may include profit sharing, a short-term incentive and/or long-term incentives. As a family company, benefits are a key piece of our Total Rewards package as well and we're proud to provide a comprehensive, competitive, and differentiated benefits program that our people and their families value.

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe Inclusion and Diversity is more than a program. We embed inclusive practices in our day-to-day work, the way we relate to our colleagues, collaborate, and make decisions.

We value the collective richness of the differences people bring to the organization, including style, personality, thoughts, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and disability - that enables all to bring their full contributions to the organization.

SC Johnson & Son Inc., SC Johnson Professional, and SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands is committed to accessibility in its workplace and recruitment processes for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation in order to participate in this recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.