Lead Hand – Day Shift

Address 99516 44TH Street S.E., Calgary, AB, T2C 2N4

Industry  Lumber Wholesale & Remanufacturing

Primary Function:

Hands on working shift lead contributing and overseeing the daily production targets while leading the team on each shift.

Pre-Shift:

  • Reviews the daily production target as communicated by the
  • Understands the pre-shift inventory. Monitors the input of materials as well as output.
  • Sets up and adjusts equipment in preparation for shift.
  • Creates a marshalling area for the production shift. An area in which materials are stored and ready for the next phase of the production process.

During Shift: 

  • Communicates work plan to shift team.
  • Assigns work crews to operate equipment (i.e., rip saw), process raw materials as well as specialized tasks such stacking and banding.
  • Observes and checks the work of the production and warehousing employees to ensure operating procedures and safety standards are met.
  • Monitors all components of the production and warehouse processes to identify potential problems and take preventive actions.
  • Re-assigns workers based on production requirements, experience and job preference.
  • Once a work order is complete, sets up a new workstation and assigns production team to the next required work.
  • Uses forklift to deliver materials to the production stations and stores completed products to the designated area.

Post Shift: 

  • Direct the clean-up of the production floor in preparation for the next shift.
  • Balances the input and output of materials.

Skills:

  • Forklift certification
  • Mechanical aptitude required to trouble shoot.
  • Maintain forklift according to the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule.
  • Strong organizational, supervisory and communication skills.
  • Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Mature judgement and respect towards others with a constant attention for safety and security concerns.
  • Understands safe work procedures and adheres to safety policies.

Working Conditions:

  • Exposure dust.
  • Busy, high-volume environment.
  • Ability to work flexible hours when overtime is occasionally required.