MBA - Production Supervisor

Thomson Gordon Group • Burlington • 14h ago

Thomson-Gordon Group - Thordon Bearings Inc. – Why work with us? Privately owned since its inception in 1911 and headquartered in Burlington, Ontario, Canada – Thordon Bearings is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, supplying and installing pollution-free, non-metallic bearing and seal systems.

Our 4th-generation, family-owned business is committed to environmental stewardship, as our products eliminate oil and grease in marine, clean power, pump, and industrial applications worldwide. We are proud to have created a culture at Thomson-Gordon Group where people from all backgrounds and countries can come together to build a healthy and diverse future. Longevity and commitment to career growth are staples, as many of our employees have been with us for 20+ years.

Marsh Brothers Aviation - Production Supervisor Working under the administrative direction of the Manager, Engineering, R&D and Airworthiness, you will oversee the management of manufacturing components, assembly activities, and packaging of finished goods. In this role, you will work within defined parameters to make decisions and take immediate action to resolve issues based on a prioritized workload. This role is responsible for serving as a cross-functional and intercompany liaison to ensure that materials, components and assemblies flow smoothly through manufacturing to meet stringent deadlines and quality standards. Duties and Responsibilities The primary job duties and responsibilities for Marsh Brothers include, but are not limited to: Monitor, track, and move parts as required through the company to ensure timely delivery to the next production location Supervision of production staff, including (but not limited to) machinists, kitters, and quality control personnel Push/pull physical movement of parts through receiving inspection, stock rooms, purchasing, production resources or any applicable work center of Marsh Brothers and Thordon Bearings Work across departments, including Finance and Customer Service, to drive workflow consistency and accuracy while driving internal logistics lead-time and aging work orders Ensure parts are handled and appropriately protected within Marsh Brothers specifications and industry best practices Work with the planning, purchasing, engineering, and production teams to ensure our MRP/ERP data is and remains clean and accurate Assist with the resolution of incorrect system data to ensure accurate demand profile and optimize work and material planning Work with others to ensure all metrics-driven action requirements are completed Perform and supervise basic mechanical assembly and packaging of the product for sale Support management of material certifications as required – prevent use of uncertified materials With support from senior management, help lead internal, Regulatory and third-party Audits of the company's QMS in the capacity of the PRMA. Support production and inventory personnel with “return to stock” and inventory purge actions Support purchase requisition creation and prioritization to support production schedules Support projects or productivity improvement initiatives as required Other duties as assigned Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills You have at least 7 years of progressive experience in manufacturing/planning/ scheduling environments, preferably in the aeronautical field Hands-on experience with mechanical electrical, and controls systems and the ability to use mechanical and electrical tools to assemble, set up and troubleshoot issues with non-standard equipment. You have a good understanding of the manufacturing process flow, work and material planning principles You have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to negotiate and influence, while exercising sensitivity to the audience You are skilled at working across an organization with multiple departments often with competing priorities, to gain support to achieve the objectives You are comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities You are mechanically adept with a working knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly methodologies, tools and techniques You have an attention to detail, enabling you to identify physical and/or aesthetic product non-conformance You possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to gain internal support, operate independently with some supervision and the ability to establish and maintain solid working relationships across the organization You are an instinctive problem solver who continually seeks practical solutions to problems You can remain calm under pressure while working with ambiguous information You are a hands-on, walk-around leader with the ability to motivate and empower others while offering focused leadership in ambiguous circumstances You have strong communication skills to present complex technical challenges and solutions to customers and company leaders You have a passion for achieving and maintaining high levels of process efficiencies You have strong critical thinking and logical reasoning skills, and the ability to apply them to resolve issues and predict potential technical risks You have the ability to obtain/maintain security clearance, as required You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Supervisory Responsibility MBA – CNC Machinist MBA – Production operational staff MBA – Quality Control Working Conditions Manufacturing plant Machine shop Thermal processing environment Test Rig Area Office environment Physical Requirements Primarily in the manufacturing plant, requiring the use of basic PPE Ability to lift 30 lbs. unassisted Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required for some assignments Use of hand tools to perform basic assembly and packaging tasks May be occasionally exposed to some chemicals and solvents, and to noise hazards at low to intermediate levels in the test rig area. Use PC in a sitting and/or standing position Competencies Required for Success Adaptability and flexibility Works well in group and team settings Keeps others adequately informed Uses time efficiently Prioritizes and plans work effectively Accepts criticism and feedback Reacts well under pressure Motivating and Inspirational Leadership Skills Emotional Intelligence Coaching and Mentoring Abilities Goal Setting & Planning

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview. If you are interested in the position, please apply online only; we do not accept phone calls from applicants who have not been contacted.

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