Make a difference, build life-saving ambulances.
Make a difference. Build life saving ambulances.
"Do you want to manufacture a vehicle that saves lives?"
Role: Team Lead
Location: Saskatoon
Work Schedule: Night shift, Monday – Thursday, 5:45 pm to 4:15 am
Crestline Coach is a long-established, family-oriented organization based in Saskatoon, SK. We have grown to become North America’s leading ambulance manufacturer, built on strong values that reflect our commitment to customer focus, leadership, integrity, family spirit, and excellence in everything we do.
Crestline Coach Ltd. is seeking an energetic and professional individual to join our Production team.
As a Team Lead, you will:
Support daily manufacturing throughput and output
- Lead team members in the performance of their day-to-day activities as a working leader on the floor; actively involved in production, not just overseeing from a distance
- Build trust within your team through consistent communication, support, and presence on the floor
- Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable while providing ongoing feedback on quality, workmanship, and process adherence
- Develop a strong understanding of the paint workflow, including sequencing of work and how upstream decisions impact downstream production
- Monitor and address output & productivity issues within assigned departments inclusive of meeting production targets, cycle time and product & process quality standards
- Make critical quality decisions, including box inspections, with a clear understanding of what “good” looks like and the downstream impact of those decisions on cost, rework, and delivery timelines
- Take responsibility for ensuring the maximum production output while maintaining the highest level of quality and employee morale
- Take ownership of all processes and products so that they meet all quality standards, and that nothing goes out to an internal customer that is deficient in quality
- Lead process improvement activities by coordinating cross functional teams comprised of production, materials, maintenance, quality and engineering
- Plan for all pre and post-Kaizen activities in his area, with help from the Lean Team, to make every Kaizen event in the area successful
- Work with the Safety & Quality Manager to ensure the safety of employees and the maintenance of equipment
- Comply with all federal and provincial safety standards, guidelines and policies by driving workforce initiatives such as our health and safety system towards a Mission zero incident safety culture.
- Support team members by proactively addressing issues that are affecting quality, delivery and productivity in the area through the daily morning meetings, and also through proactive and personal interactions with other departments and superiors to ensure that all barriers are removed
Personality Traits and Core Skills:
- Alignment with Crestline values: integrity, trust, excellence, and innovation
- Strong leadership skills with a quality-first mindset
- A higher than average sense of urgency for execution
- Results-driven approach
- Ability to lead, coach, mentor, and motivate a team in a fast-paced production environment
- Ability to build trust quickly and lead through influence while maintaining accountability
- Strong organizational and planning capabilities
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to think critically and adapt in a dynamic environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Data-driven mindset with attention to detail
- High quality focus, including the ability to make sound judgment calls on inspection and production decisions
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-focused culture
- Positive, competitive, and solutions-oriented attitude
An ideal candidate should have:
- Previous experience as a Team Lead, Supervisor, or working leader in a manufacturing or industrial production environment
- Experience in a paint, coatings, or finishing environment is preferred; Powder coat experience is a strong asset
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Kaizen principles, with hands-on involvement in continuous improvement activities
- Solid understanding of production scheduling, cycle time, and throughput management in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
- Demonstrated ability to make quality-based decisions in a production environment, with an understanding of downstream impacts
- Working knowledge of workplace health and safety standards and a demonstrated commitment to safety-first leadership
- Basic proficiency with production tracking tools and reporting software
Benefits we offer:
- Job stability
- Coverall and boot allowance
- Prescription safety glasses program
- Social Committee events including breakfasts, lunches, and celebrations
- Free electrified parking
- Free 24/7 access for you and your family to an online doctor
- Comprehensive group benefits plan (health, dental, AD&D, life insurance, disability)
- Monthly employee newsletters
- Open door policy to support employee questions and feedback
- RRSP and pension eligibility after one year of employment
Take a virtual tour of our facility:
https://crestlinecoach.com/company/virtual-tour.aspx
Crestline Coach Ltd. is committed to fair and inclusive hiring. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process.
Crestline Coach Ltd. is committed to fair and inclusive hiring. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. Accommodations are available upon request during any stage of the recruitment process.
