Shift Lead / Supervisor

Centralia, ON, Canada

SALARY: $26.03 - $30.11 · Full-time

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Pay: SALARY: $26.03 - $30.11
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 22, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 23, 2026

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COMPANY: EXI-Plast Custom Moulding Inc.

LOCATION: Centralia, Ontario

POSITION: Shift Lead - Existing Vacancy

STATUS: Full-Time

SHIFT: Weekday Night Shift (Monday - Friday 11:00pm - 7:30am)

START DATE: As soon as possible

SALARY: $26.03 - $30.11

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Exi-Plast is a full-service provider of custom plastic molding services located in Centralia, Ontario. We specialize in blow molded solutions for designers, manufacturers, and distributors worldwide.

Our versatile blow molding facility is backed by more than 25 years of experience in development, production, and finishing of custom plastic products. We provide complete project management for any blow molding needs.

Using state of the art robotic trim and finishing technology, Exi-Plast delivers products that exceed our customer's expectations. In addition to our custom molded work, Exi-Plast develops and manufactures a variety of proprietary branded products that are sold by distributors and retailers throughout North America.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are currently recruiting for the role of Shift Lead / Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Champion a culture of health and safety, ensuring that safe work practices are always the top priority.
Coordinate and assign daily tasks to the operations team, including material \ forklift operators, machine operators, and maintenance personnel.
Oversee workflow to ensure tasks are effectively prioritized and completed on schedule.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment across all areas of the plant.
Foster a positive and collaborative team atmosphere by motivating and supporting employees.
Gain a working knowledge and utilize the lessons of machinery and equipment to provide basic troubleshooting and support.
Ensure a smooth transition between shifts by preparing detailed shift handovers and status updates.
Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations, helping to resolve issues and minimize disruptions.
Monitor and track inventory levels of incoming materials and finished products to support continuous production.
Track productivity of each work cell, monitoring target vs actual hourly, including cycle times is meeting standard, and quality is being achieved, assisting the team to achieve these targets.
Train and mentor new team members on operational procedures and safety protocols.
Assist the Production Manager in daily production oversight and meeting operational goals.
Plan, coordinate and supervise the activities of team members to meet production schedules and to hold them accountable for their performance.
Leads the implementation and adherence of quality control checks
Ability to develop employees and implement continuous improvement methodologies with the team.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in manufacturing, operations, or related field is an asset.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to give clear instructions and maintain effective communication across shifts and departments.
Demonstrated ability to stay calm under pressure and respond quickly to unexpected situations or emergencies.
Strong time management, task prioritization, and attention to detail to ensure efficient shift operations.
Strong problem solving, planning and decision-making skills.

EXI-Plast Custom Moulding Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all that express interest in joining our team, however only those candidates selected will be contacted regarding additional assessment stages. Accommodations are available for any part of the recruitment process upon request.

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Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate shift operations, assigning work, monitoring production schedules, productivity, inventory, and quality while maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient plant. Support and develop team members, troubleshoot basic equipment issues, manage shift handovers and emergencies, and assist the Production Manager in meeting operational goals.

Requirements

Requires 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or an industrial environment; at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role is preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, while post-secondary education in manufacturing, operations, or a related field is an asset; strong communication, prioritization, problem-solving, planning, and decision-making skills are also required.

Skills

Team Leadership
Production Coordination
Health And Safety
Task Prioritization
Workflow Management
Inventory Monitoring
Productivity Tracking
Quality Control
Basic Troubleshooting
Shift Handover
Employee Training And Mentoring
Problem Solving
Decision-Making
Time Management
Continuous Improvement
Emergency Response

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Keywords

Custom Plastic Molding
Blow Molding
Manufacturing
Production Operations
Shift Supervision
Production Scheduling
Material Handling
Forklift Operations
Machine Operations
Maintenance
Health And Safety
Workflow Coordination
Inventory Monitoring
Productivity Tracking
Cycle Time
Quality Control
Equipment Troubleshooting
Shift Handover
Employee Training
Continuous Improvement
Emergency Response
Robotic Trim And Finishing

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