Team Leader/Production Supervisor (Glass Shop)
About the role
Company DescriptionCornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.Job DescriptionOur St. Thomas, Ontario plant (North Star Windows and Doors) is seeking a Team Leader to oversee daily glass shop operations in our windows and doors manufacturing facility.This role provides day-to-day supervision of the glass shop team on an assigned shift and is accountable for ensuring safety, quality, and productivity standards are met or exceeded. The team consists of approximately 30-40 employees across two shifts operating on a biweekly rotation.
Reporting directly to the Senior Team Leader, the Team Leader's responsibilities include:Supervision of the department to ensure manpower is appropriately assigned and trained to meet safety, productivity, and quality standardsMonitoring of equipment to ensure it is properly set up and maintained in working orderConducting safety training, meetings, audits, and workplace inspection as requiredConduct incident investigations and record findings as required (first aid cases, medical aids recordable incidents, near misses, etc.), ensuring root causes are identified and corrected promptlyMaintaining appropriate personnel productivity, quality and attendance recordsMaintaining and continuously improving standards of housekeeping and maintenance within the departmentAbility to problem solve and manage line operations to meet productivity requirements despite daily challengesManage Quality Scan Stations and discarding any units with defectsIn partnership with the Senior Team Leader and Human Resources, support performance management through constructive feedback, coaching, and formal actions when necessary, ensuring alignment with company policiesLead by example in collaborating across functions to achieve shared goals and contribute to a positive, team-oriented cultureParticipate in ongoing leadership development and training opportunities to build skills and capabilityOther duties as required to ensure that business needs are metQualificationsPrior experience in manufacturing environment required (windows and doors experience an asset)Previous experience working with glass in a manufacturing environment is a strong assetPrevious supervisory or leadership experience required, or demonstrated clear progression showing readiness for a leadership roleProven leadership in a safety-sensitive environment, with accountability for enforcing health and safety standards and protecting the health and safety of team membersStrong people skills with the ability to lead through clear direction and consistencyAble to build solid working relationships and support a team-focused environmentAbility to identify bottlenecks and take action to keep production moving and meet targets despite daily pressuresGood understanding of production processes and product within their areaWorking knowledge of equipment operation, setup, and basic maintenanceStrong focus on quality and meeting production standardsContinuous improvement mindset with a practical, hands-on approachAble to work under pressure and meet deadlines without sacrificing qualityReliable with a strong attendance recordWilling and able to complete required training (Supervisory Skills, Health & Safety, First Aid)Must be able to work biweekly rotating shift schedule (Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM; Afternoon Shift: 3:45 PM – 1:15 AM), including overtime and Saturdays as required.The hourly compensation for this position ranges from $32.15 to $37.15. Final compensation will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.Additional InformationCornerstone Building Brands Canada is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Shift: Rotating Shift
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Team Leader/Production Supervisor (Glass Shop)
About the role
Company DescriptionCornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.Job DescriptionOur St. Thomas, Ontario plant (North Star Windows and Doors) is seeking a Team Leader to oversee daily glass shop operations in our windows and doors manufacturing facility.This role provides day-to-day supervision of the glass shop team on an assigned shift and is accountable for ensuring safety, quality, and productivity standards are met or exceeded. The team consists of approximately 30-40 employees across two shifts operating on a biweekly rotation.
Reporting directly to the Senior Team Leader, the Team Leader's responsibilities include:Supervision of the department to ensure manpower is appropriately assigned and trained to meet safety, productivity, and quality standardsMonitoring of equipment to ensure it is properly set up and maintained in working orderConducting safety training, meetings, audits, and workplace inspection as requiredConduct incident investigations and record findings as required (first aid cases, medical aids recordable incidents, near misses, etc.), ensuring root causes are identified and corrected promptlyMaintaining appropriate personnel productivity, quality and attendance recordsMaintaining and continuously improving standards of housekeeping and maintenance within the departmentAbility to problem solve and manage line operations to meet productivity requirements despite daily challengesManage Quality Scan Stations and discarding any units with defectsIn partnership with the Senior Team Leader and Human Resources, support performance management through constructive feedback, coaching, and formal actions when necessary, ensuring alignment with company policiesLead by example in collaborating across functions to achieve shared goals and contribute to a positive, team-oriented cultureParticipate in ongoing leadership development and training opportunities to build skills and capabilityOther duties as required to ensure that business needs are metQualificationsPrior experience in manufacturing environment required (windows and doors experience an asset)Previous experience working with glass in a manufacturing environment is a strong assetPrevious supervisory or leadership experience required, or demonstrated clear progression showing readiness for a leadership roleProven leadership in a safety-sensitive environment, with accountability for enforcing health and safety standards and protecting the health and safety of team membersStrong people skills with the ability to lead through clear direction and consistencyAble to build solid working relationships and support a team-focused environmentAbility to identify bottlenecks and take action to keep production moving and meet targets despite daily pressuresGood understanding of production processes and product within their areaWorking knowledge of equipment operation, setup, and basic maintenanceStrong focus on quality and meeting production standardsContinuous improvement mindset with a practical, hands-on approachAble to work under pressure and meet deadlines without sacrificing qualityReliable with a strong attendance recordWilling and able to complete required training (Supervisory Skills, Health & Safety, First Aid)Must be able to work biweekly rotating shift schedule (Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM; Afternoon Shift: 3:45 PM – 1:15 AM), including overtime and Saturdays as required.The hourly compensation for this position ranges from $32.15 to $37.15. Final compensation will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.Additional InformationCornerstone Building Brands Canada is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Shift: Rotating Shift