Assembly & Test Supervisor

Job Description

Overview

The Tooling & Services Manufacturing Operation is currently seeking a supervisor for the assembly and test department to help grow and strengthen the Manufacturing Team.

The Assembly & Test Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day leadership, coordination, and execution of assembly and testing activities within a manufacturing environment. This position is accountable for ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with quality and technical requirements.

The Supervisor provides direct leadership to technicians, tradespeople, and assembly personnel, establishes clear expectations, removes barriers to execution, and holds team members accountable for safety, quality, productivity, attendance, workmanship, and professional conduct.

Your role

• Provide strong, visible leadership to assembly and test personnel, setting clear expectations for safety, quality, productivity, schedule, and workplace conduct.
• Ensure production status, labor hours, material usage, job completions, and outstanding work are accurately reflected in the ERP system to provide management with reliable operational data.
• Take ownership and accountability for the performance of the assigned team, including achievement of daily and weekly production objectives.
• Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and assign assembly and testing activities based on production requirements, available resources, skills, and priorities.
• Ensure employees understand their responsibilities, expectations, and priorities and hold individuals accountable for results and commitments.
• Monitor work progress throughout the shift and proactively address issues that could impact safety, quality, cost, or delivery.
• Lead daily production meetings, shift start meetings, safety discussions, and work planning activities.
• Provide hands-on leadership and technical guidance to technicians, tradespeople, and assembly personnel when required. Support employee training, qualification, cross-training, and development to improve overall team capability and flexibility.
• Identify performance concerns early and provide timely coaching, feedback, and corrective direction.
• Maintain compliance with applicable health and safety requirements and reinforce safe work practices.
• Ensure required inspections, testing, documentation, and production records are completed accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Production Planning, and Project teams to resolve technical and production issues.
• Contribute to reviewing manpower requirements and appropriately allocate resources to meet production and project commitments.
• Support root-cause investigations and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing rework, improving first-time quality, and increasing productivity.
• Ensure tools, equipment, test equipment, materials, and work areas are maintained in a safe and organized condition.
• Foster a respectful, professional, and collaborative working environment.
• Lead by example and demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, and a results-focused approach.

About you

• Post-secondary education as a Technician or Technologist in a mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, or related technical discipline; or
• Recognized skilled trade qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant trade such as:
  • Millwright/Industrial Mechanic/Tool and Die Maker.
  • Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician/Mechanic.
  • Industrial Mechanic.
  • Automotive or Mechanical Technician.
  • Machinist.
  • Other relevant mechanical or industrial trade.
• Experience with mechanical assembly, equipment installation, alignment, fit-up, testing, pressure testing, liquid nitrogen, troubleshooting, or commissioning is an asset.
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing, assembly, testing, maintenance, or industrial environment.
• Previous experience in a supervisory, team lead, charge-hand, or leadership role is strongly preferred.
• Must be designated as a Nuclear Energy Worker (NEW) or willing to be designated as a NEW.
• Knowledge of Swagelok fittings/certification is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to lead people, set expectations, address performance issues, and hold employees accountable.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical understanding of mechanical assembly and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, procedures, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing safety and quality requirements.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and changing production demands.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Project personnel.
• Comfortable using standard computer applications and manufacturing/production management systems.
• Familiarity with Company procedures, QA programs, and the Codes and standards that govern nuclear equipment manufacturing is an asset.
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable codes and standards for the work is an asset.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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