Overview 

The primary role of the Team Lead is to perform duties as required by a department head and/or Supervisor, to coordinate assembly and fabrication of products for a small group of employees. The Lead designation is that of a “working lead”, where the majority of the employee’s time is hands on as a functioning team member.   

Roles & Responsibilities 

• Ensure crew is arriving on time, ready and fit for duty at the start of each shift. 

• Host a morning meeting with crew at start of shift to delegate work for the day. 

• Review any job-related issues or safety concerns. 

• Ensure workers have proper material and tools to complete daily tasks. 

• Trains new workers on methods and procedures specific to the area of expertise. 

• Familiarize self with and/or request training concerning new equipment. 

• Establish methods with workers to meet work schedule deadlines. 

• Ensure workers are wearing proper PPE and working in a safe manner. 

• Ensure quality of work is maintained to a high standard (Quality Control). 

• Resolve any work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and quality of work. 

• Ensure workers adhere to company rules, policies and procedures. 

• Assist in inventory management of material and consumables to prevent sudden shortages which can affect work schedule and productivity 

• Completing required paperwork and maintaining accurate record keeping. 

• Set goals and manage time efficiently. 

• Demonstrate effective leadership skills, team building skills and the ability to supervise and motivate effectively. 

• Support shop hygiene and 5-S program. 

• Perform all duties in accordance with the Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards. 

• Organize department and keep department clean, also clean department at the end of each work day. 

• Inspect equipment to ensure good working order. 

• Other duties as required. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

• Post-secondary education in a related field is an asset. 

• 1 or more years’ experience as a production or construction team lead. 

• Direct working knowledge of operations, warehouse, and transportation management. 

• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering, as well as inventory control of these items. 

• Knowledge of local and federal regulations including AOHS and Employment Standards Code. 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Strong written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of the organization. 

• Strong customer service orientation. 

• First Aid skills and/or certificates are considered assets. 

• Experience with all safe practices, procedures, and overall processes associated with manufacturing from raw materials to finished product. 

Working Conditions 

• Commercial/Industrial environment. 

• Manual dexterity required to use necessary tools. 

• Exercise caution, as the environment presents many naturally occurring hazards. 

• Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment). 

Contacts 

• Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team and Production Manager/Supervisors.