Afternoon Shift Supervisor – Molded Foam Manufacturing
Location: North York, Ontario
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Shift: Afternoon Shift

Lead the Shift. Drive Performance. Build Great Teams.
Trevor Frances Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading Canadian manufacturer in the molded foam industry to recruit an Afternoon Shift Supervisor .

If you're a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives on coaching people, improving processes, and creating a safe, high-performing production environment, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being on the production floor, solving problems in real time, developing teams, and making a measurable impact on safety, quality, and operational performance.

What You'll Be Doing
Champion Safety Every Shift
Safety isn't just a priority—it's part of how you lead.

You'll:

Lead by example and foster a strong safety-first culture

Conduct shift-start safety meetings and toolbox talks

Perform regular safety audits and floor inspections

Investigate incidents, near misses, and identify root causes

Ensure compliance with PPE, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and safe work procedures

Partner with Health & Safety to implement continuous improvements

Support Joint Health & Safety initiatives and maintain regulatory compliance

Lead Production Operations
You'll be responsible for ensuring the afternoon shift operates efficiently while meeting production targets and customer expectations.

Responsibilities include:

Supervising daily production activities within a molded foam manufacturing environment

Coordinating labour, materials, equipment, and production schedules

Monitoring production metrics and responding quickly to operational challenges

Supporting mold changeovers, equipment start-ups, and shutdown procedures

Working closely with Maintenance to minimize downtime

Completing production reports and ensuring smooth communication during shift handovers

Driving Lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects

Develop and Lead Your Team
Great operations start with great people.

You'll:

Coach, mentor,



and develop production operators and team leads

Conduct regular performance discussions and provide ongoing feedback

Manage scheduling, attendance, and workforce planning

Support onboarding and training of new employees

Partner with HR on performance management and employee relations

Create an engaged, respectful, and accountable team environment

Lead daily shift meetings focused on safety, production, and quality

Ensure World-Class Quality
You'll play a key role in maintaining product quality and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include:

Monitoring in-process inspections and product specifications

Responding quickly to quality concerns and initiating corrective actions

Managing non-conforming materials and quality documentation

Participating in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action processes

Supporting ISO quality standards and audit readiness

Tracking quality metrics including scrap, rework, and first-pass yield

Promoting quality ownership throughout the production team

Maintain Operational Excellence
You'll also:

Champion 5S and workplace organization initiatives

Ensure environmental, health, and safety compliance

Complete production, maintenance, safety, and quality documentation accurately

Communicate shift performance and operational updates effectively to leadership

What We're Looking For
Qualifications
Post-secondary education in Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred (equivalent experience will also be considered)

3-5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in a Supervisor or Team Lead capacity

Experience within molded foam, plastics, composites, automotive, or high-volume manufacturing environments is highly preferred





Experience leading hourly production teams in either unionized or non-union environments

Safety Experience
You have:

A demonstrated commitment to building solid safety cultures

Experience investigating incidents and conducting Root Cause Analysis

Working knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space procedures, and manufacturing safety protocols

Knowledge of Ontario's Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA)

JHSC Certification (or willingness to obtain) is considered an asset

Quality & Continuous Improvement
Experience with:

ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or similar Quality Management Systems

NCRs, RCCA, 8D problem solving, SPC, and structured quality tools

Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills That Will Help You Succeed
We're looking for someone who brings:

Strong leadership and accountability

Excellent communication and coaching abilities

Production planning and scheduling expertise

Root Cause Analysis and problem-solving skills

Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience

High attention to detail

Ability to remain calm and decisive in a quick-paced manufacturing environment

Why Join?
Our client believes that great people build great products.

They offer:

Competitive compensation based on experience

RRSP program with employer matching

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation

Ongoing training and professional development

Career advancement opportunities into senior operations leadership

A collaborative culture where safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement come first

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're an experienced manufacturing leader looking for an opportunity to make an impact with a growing organization, we'd love to hear from you.

Trevor Frances Recruitment is proud to partner with our client in the search for an Afternoon Shift Supervisor .

Trevor Frances Recruitment is an equal opportunity recruitment partner. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request throughout every stage of the hiring process.

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