Supervisor, Engraving

• Manage employees under their responsibility by ensuring that production, quality and H&S expectations are met;
• Create, promote and maintain a positive work environment in their section;
• Develop the people under their responsibility through coaching, training, support and feedback;
• Lead by example (e.g. attendance, professionalism, rigorous follow up, H&S, positive attitude);
• Maintain a safe workplace by complying with all regulatory requirements, RCM policies, industry best practices, inspections, audits and through management/maintenance of the Lock Out Tag Out program;
• Liaise with the planning department to ensure that production plans are in line with business objectives;
• Monitors the physical assets of engraving (Master Tooling) and ensure we comply with Mint policies and foreign contracts;
• Motivate employees through interpersonal interactions on a regular basis, monitoring, fostering creativity, innovation and empowerment;
• Lead change and improvement initiatives, utilizing innovation and lean principles to improve efficiency and reduce production costs;
• Communicate objectives, goals and operational policies to employees;
• Continuously manage priorities, monitor status, and provide required reports to management;
• Collaborate with Quality department to ensure production is compliant with quality standards. Follow-up on necessary corrective actions to ensure improvements are successful;
• Regularly review key performance indicators and variances and take action as appropriate;
• Manage employee attendance and discipline as necessary.

You may be eligible for a hybrid working arrangement that would require you to work an average of 4 days a week at the Ottawa location. This could change based on operational requirements.

This selection process may also qualify you for other positions with similar requirements and qualifications.

Languages Requirements:

• An advanced level of bilingual proficiency in both official languages (English / French) is required at the time of hire. If a bilingual candidate is not identified, other candidate language profiles may be considered in accordance with the Mint’s Staffing Policy.

Education & Designation:

• University degree or College Diploma in a related field or a combination of equivalent education and experience will be considered; 

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing environment (preferably unionized workforce);
• Experience in modern manufacturing techniques (lean principles) in a leadership capacity; 

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Lock Out Tag Out is a must have;
• Knowledge of applicable legislation and standards (Labour Code – employment, workplace health & safety, environmental);
• Ability to lead, develop and motivate employees;
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with other functional groups, and external parties;
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and profitability;
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and accurately;
• Ability to make decisions with sound judgment and execute on decisions with quantifiable results;
• Ability to mobilize and lead multidisciplinary teams to address equipment/process issues or drive continuous improvements initiatives;
• Strong time, priority and change management skills;
• Proficient in the entire Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel ability;