Shift Supervisor- Fabrication & Packaging

Position: Shift Supervisor- Fabrication & Packaging - $35-$37/hr
Shift Supervisor – Fabrication & Packaging Brampton, ON | Full-Time | Continental Day Shift
Salary: $34-$36/hr
Overtime after 80 hours | Average 84 hours per pay period We are looking for a hands-on Shift Supervisor who thrives on the production floor, supports teams with empathy and accountability, and leads confidently in a fast-paced fabrication and packaging environment. If you’re passionate about developing people, improving processes, and maintaining a positive workplace culture, this is an excellent opportunity to grow with a stable and supportive manufacturing organization.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Competitive hourly rate with overtime after 80 hours

Continental day shift schedule offering strong work-life balance

Comprehensive health & dental benefits

Profit sharing

Health Spending Account

Education assistance program

Life/AD&D coverage

Gym memberships

A workplace grounded in respect, teamwork, continuous improvement, and employee development

What You’ll Be Doing:
Leadership & Team Culture

Lead by example with professionalism, fairness, and accountability

Motivate, coach, and develop a team of ~40 employees in fabrication and packaging

Foster a positive, collaborative, engaged work environment

Communicate expectations clearly and reinforce a culture of respect and teamwork

Hold employees accountable in a supportive and constructive manner

Encourage open communication and provide a safe space for feedback

Production & Operational Oversight

Review daily production requirements and ensure plans are communicated and executed

Monitor fabrication and packaging operations to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance

Ensure packing and fabrication instructions are followed accurately

Work closely with Shipping, Quality, Maintenance, and other departments to resolve issues quickly

Provide real-time support to Leads and Operators to maintain smooth workflow

Continuous Improvement & Safety

Promote cross-training and ongoing skill development

Identify performance gaps and support employees’ growth and progression

Participate in incident/accident investigations and follow through on corrective actions

Support quality management requirements, NCR investigations, and first-off checks

Create opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains

Shift Coordination

Conduct clear shift handovers to ensure seamless continuity

Review machine status, manpower, WIP, NCRs, and priorities at the start and end of each shift

Manage attendance, call-ins, and timesheet approvals using Dayforce

Ensure current and next shifts are fully staffed and supported

Maintain clean, organized work areas and verify material readiness

Enter work orders for equipment issues and verify that maintenance needs are logged accurately

What We’re Looking For Education & Experience

Post-secondary diploma or degree in a technical field preferred (or equivalent experience)

Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience in aluminum/metal fabrication, machining, plastics, consumer goods, food, or similar industries is an asset

Exposure to conventional fabrication or machining processes is beneficial

Health & Safety certification is an advantage

Skills & Competencies

Hands-on leader—comfortable spending most of the shift on the production floor

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal & written)

Excellent coaching, mentoring, and team-building ability

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively and strategically

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Understanding of measurements, tolerances, basic geometry, and numeracy

Ability to read blueprints is an asset

High integrity, sound judgment, and a commitment to accountability

Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement opportunities

Ideal Personality Fit

Positive, energetic, and approachable

Passionate about helping employees grow

Open to feedback and continuous learning

Strong sense of ownership and pride in the work

Collaborative, team-oriented, and supportive

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