Supervisor, Manufacturing

Manufacturing Supervisor Reference# 34459

Waterdown, Ontario

About L3HARRIS WESCAM As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX‑series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high‑magnification electro‑optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

About the Role This person plays a key role as a front‑line Supervisor with a strong focus on leadership and accountability, overseeing an area of our process staffed with skilled Technicians. Their primary duties involve directing the development and implementation of activities to meet delivery, quality, and cost objectives. Prioritizes schedules based on product introduction, resource availability, and materials supply. Controls and influences, and is accountable for direct and indirect labour. Develops schedules and resource requirements for assigned areas. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Primary Responsibilities

Manage and lead the cell team(s) to provide Operational Excellence including:

Employee development, coaching and cross‑training

Efficient communication across all shifts and functional teams

Prioritize workload and distribute labour across the broader operations team as required

Directly responsible for guiding technical professionals and support staff to achieve product line goals

Accountable for resource capacity planning and schedule attainment

Drives closure to identified workmanship issues through root cause investigations

Leads lean Manufacturing, Continuous improvement and Quality initiatives for area and control

Define performance metrics and drive performance to meet goals

Provide management team with status reports, including team metrics

Develop strategic and tactical plans for continuous improvement in processes and systems

Support and participate in Operational Excellence activities

Develop strong working relationships with the Operations Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Customer Service and Finance teams

Accountable for ensuring staff complete the appropriate technical and compliance training

Accountable for enforcing company policy and procedures and compliance programs including but not limited to EH&S, Quality and Business Ethics

Required Capabilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong ability to understand and communicate complex technical issues to a non‑technical audience

Management and leadership skills with proven ability to inspire a team in a growing and changing environment

Talented at developing solid working relationships with staff across all business units and collaborating with diverse personality types

Proven track record for implementing positive change

AS9100 knowledge and/or relevant Quality Management experience

Lean Manufacturing knowledge and practice

Proven track record implementing productivity improvements

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, ERP

Familiarity with manufacturing systems and functionality

Desired Education and Experiences

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.

In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

Experience in a high tech manufacturing, aerospace/defense environment

Must be eligible to meet requirements for Controlled Goods Program (CGP)

Knowledge of ISO9000/AS9100 standards is considered a plus

*This posting is for a current vacancy. In the province of Ontario, Canada, the pay range for this position will be $80000 to $100,000

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