ASTEC INDUSTRIES / BREAKER TECHNOLOGY Ltd. is a leading Canadian manufacturer of high-quality rock breaking systems, hydraulic attachments, and underground mobile equipment for the mining, construction, and aggregate industries worldwide. Our company has been in business at the same location for 60 years and we attribute our success to our people. Our parent company, Astec Industries, Inc., is traded on the NASDAQ (AST)

Our manufacturing facility is located in The Town of the Blue Mountains, 22 kilometers west of Collingwood in the heart of the Georgian Triangle. The area is internationally recognized as a four-season recreation destination that offers a high-quality lifestyle catering to individuals and families looking to build a solid foundation.

Our Core Values guide us in how we approach our work every day: Safety, Devotion, Integrity, Respect, and Innovation. These are the cornerstones of our longevity.

In developing competitive products for the global market, we are currently seeking a:

Production Supervisor – Fabrication

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Supervisor – Fabrication is responsible for operations in the weld / fabrication area and raw materials. All of the welders are CWB certified and must meet the standards as required to be a CWB certified welder. Raw material operations consist of a Messer Plasma Oxyfuel Burn table and Brake Press, along with limited drilling and sawing functions. Both welding and raw material activities occur over two shifts. This position is primarily scheduled on the day shift.

The position responsibilities include:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to actively promoting and maintaining a safe work environment for all employees.
• Actively promote employee safety engagement through shift start up and tiered meetings, toolbox talks, QJSA, near misses, and work observation submissions and discussions.
• Maintain a strong focus on 5s and workplace organization. Ensure 5s activities are carried out and actioned upon daily, weekly, and monthly.
• Organize daily workload and operator assignments to support schedule adherence and on time delivery.
• Ensure welder certifications are current and maintained.
• Implement and drive lean process improvements through coordination with manufacturing engineering and operational excellence representatives in the following areas:
• Cross training
• Standard work development and auditing
• Setup time reduction
• Work cell organization
• Product flow improvements
• Ensure all operator equipment PM’s are completed and any deficiencies reported.
• Be aware of any upcoming schedule constraints and plan accordingly – part shortages, equipment repairs, employee absences, etc.
• Identify production bottlenecks and work with operators and manufacturing engineering to resolve.
• Monitor quality, generate, and action NCR’s, develop and implement corrective actions.
• Manage the team by assisting in the hiring of production employees, integrating new hires, coordinating production staff, and monitoring of employee performance.
• Accurately assess problems, analyze, and evaluate options in order to manage issues and address concerns that arise with employees,
• Communicate and keep plan deadlines while making the necessary interventions to successfully finish orders on time.
• Participate in the training and development of the skills of all production employees. Give timely constructive feedback to enhance performance.
• Promote employee engagement amongst everyone.
• Instill creativity, greater participation, and problem-solving capabilities in all employees while fostering a sense of community and respect among all team members.
• Help plan and organize production within the machine shop and boring mill areas: assigns work according to production needs and issues recommendations on production organization and makes adjustments as required.
• Keep track of production activities and is able to report on the status of all jobs
• Monitor equipment availability and operational status to ensure production processes are carried out as scheduled and OEE targets are met.
• Maintain accurate and up to date standard work instructions to ensure that the work is carried out in accordance with those work instructions.
• Ensure accurate records are maintained and signed off / approved in a timely manner including time & attendance information and job records / paperwork.
• Work within expected company standards regarding ethics, safety, quality, productivity and environmental matters.

The preferred candidate will have:

• A demonstrated commitment to promoting a safe work environment and the willingness to actively participate in our health and safety programs,
• A post- secondary education in a related discipline,
• CWB Weld Supervisor certification is an asset along with familiarization with CWB 47.1 requirements.
• Training in lean concepts and methodologies and the application of same in a manufacturing environment,
• A proven track record of using lean problem-solving methods (i.e.. 5 whys, Pareto analysis, value stream mapping),
• Good computer skills using Microsoft office software,
• A proven track record demonstrating the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively within a team environment.

This description is intended as a guide only. The listed duties may be changed at the discretion of the incumbent’s supervisor.

Astec / Breaker Technology Ltd. offers an excellent work environment that promotes teamwork and a positive work / life balance. Our company offers an excellent benefit package that includes:

• Flexible work schedule,
• 3 personal floater days,
• Paid vacation program,
• Prescription drug card,
• Extended health care including physiotherapy, chiropractor, and massage therapy,
• Eye exams and prescription eyewear,
• Orthotics
• Generous dental benefits,
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
• Health Care Spending account,
• Short and long term disability programs,
• AD&D, Life Insurance,
• An excellent company paid Registered Retirement Savings Plan,
• Paid safety equipment and safety incentive program,
• Profit sharing,
• Company-paid training programs and a generous education assistance program

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations that are needed. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay
• Signing bonus

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person