Manufacturing Supervisor

The Weir Group PLC

$77K — $96K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of supervisory experience in heavy manufacturing environments like foundry or related sectors.
  • Experience in a unionized workforce.
  • Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with a proactive approach.
  • Problem-solving abilities in a manufacturing context.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise day-to-day foundry operations, ensuring safety and compliance.
  • Lead and develop Team Leaders and production employees for high performance.
  • Plan and coordinate labor and resources to meet production targets.
  • Conduct shift-start safety talks and generate end-of-shift reports.
  • Apply Lean principles to improve processes and resolve challenges.
  • Maintain a strong focus on safety and PPE compliance throughout shifts.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Excellent health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • RRSP contributions for retirement.
  • 15 days paid time off in the first year.
  • Paid statutory holidays.
Full Job Description

Manufacturing Supervisor (Foundry Operations)


Location: Port Hope, Ontario
Work Arrangement: Onsite, rotating shifts (6a-2p, 2p-10p, 10p-6a)



What you’ll do
Operational Leadership: Supervise day-to-day foundry operations ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production processes across multiple shifts. You will be hands-on, spending approximately 60% of your time on the floor and 40% in the office.
Team Development: Lead, coach, and develop Team Leaders and production employees to build a high-performing, engaged workforce. Foster accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning to maintain strong employee relations.
Production Management: Plan, coordinate, and monitor labor and resources to meet production schedules and operational targets. Daily tasks include conducting shift-start safety talks, delegating work, and sending end-of-shift reports outlining safety, production, and equipment status.
Continuous Improvement: Apply Lean manufacturing principles and structured problem-solving to identify root causes, improve processes, and sustain operational improvements. Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve operational challenges.
Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture. Maintain vigilance on safety and PPE compliance throughout shifts.



What you’ll bring

Must-haves:
● 5+ years of supervisory experience in heavy manufacturing environments such as foundry, construction, mining, or heavy industrial sectors
● Proven experience working in a unionized workforce environment
● Strong knowledge and application of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
● Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills with a proactive, engaged approach


Nice-to-haves:
● Post-secondary education in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field
● Green Belt Six Sigma certification or equivalent continuous improvement training
● Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle for production tracking and reporting
● Previous foundry operations experience



Benefits
⦿ Competitive Compensation

⦿ Excellent Health / Dental / Vision Options

⦿ RRSP contributions

⦿ 15 days Paid Time Off in first year

⦿ Paid Statutory Holidays


Compensation: $77 - 96k, Annually


This Job Posting is for an Existing Position.


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