Job Summary
With direction from the Supervisor, assist with efficient operation of the department.
Responsibility
- Demonstrate problem solving and decision-making ability regarding day-to-day operations and can successfully run the department in the absence of the supervisor.
- Actively contribute toward a safe environment.
- Effectively cross train personnel and recommend skill development to achieve departmental goals.
- Minimize conflict within the department and encourage open lines of communication, treating all staff fairly, fostering team spirit, and maintaining an air of professionalism and credibility.
- Effectively utilize time available to achieve results through proper delegation of work, control over ongoing projects and prioritizing demands.
- Complete audits, safety talks, pre-shift meetings, production reports and other paperwork as necessary.
- Working knowledge of all equipment in the assigned area. Fill in for absences as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
Academic/Educational Requirements
High School Graduate or equivalent
Required Skills/Experience
- Must be computer savvy.
- SAP knowledge a plus.
- Conflict management and leadership skills required.
- Proven record of good attendance.
- Ability to communicate well with personnel from various levels of the organization.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft programs (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Understanding of lean concepts and continuous improvement.
- Safely use material handling equipment such as fork trucks.
- Ability to read forms, such as invoices, parts order forms, packing slips and bills of lading.
- Ability to accurately input data into information systems and customer portals.
- Ability to communicate with customers and subcontractors.
- Must be a good planner.
- Must be flexible and able to adjust daily tasks accordingly.
- Must be able to work in both team and independent environments.
- Knowledge of MRP and web-based Customer System is an asset.
- Must be willing to learn.
- Must be able to talk to employees using soft skills and keep them motivated and accountable.
- Must be accurate on inputting data on received and delivered shipments.
- Must Keep Safety, Production and Quality as top priorities.
What Linamar Has to Offer
- Competitive Compensation
- Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k etc.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Sustainability Counsel
- Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
- Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
About Us
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools, you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.
