Supervisor In Training - Shipping 2nd Shift @ CB

Who we are

Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, as well as Champion® which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada.

Gildan owns and operates vertically integrated, large-scale manufacturing facilities which are primarily located in Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia. Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain in accordance with its comprehensive ESG program embedded in Gildan's long-term business strategy. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.

Job Function/Purpose:  

Under the direct supervision of a shift supervisor or other specific management team member, this position will elevate the accountabilities of an HBI team member who is considered to be a subject matter expert so as to assist in the supervision of a team or shift work group.  This SIT – Temporary will support the increased headcount during peak periods, cover the absence of an assigned supervisor during extended periods of time away from work (i.e., FMLA) and/or lead a team or shift work group during a vacancy that is being recruited and/or onboarded.  The time spent as a SIT-Temporary will give supervisory experiential “credit” to an individual who may apply to fill a SIT (non-temporary) or a Supervisor position. 

Job Duties for this role include:

• Supervising an assigned distribution or manufacturing team or shift, under more than typical mentoring and guidance by a supervisor or other member(s) of the management team.
• Will assure productivity goals for the team or shift are achieved 
• Support assigned team members with ongoing and training and coaching
• Contribute to the development of new processes throughout the facility for better process efficiency
•   Assure safety expectations are understood and adhered to by all assigned team members and participate in Safety committee meetings and/or audits as requested.
•  Develop strong foundational understanding of GPS, 5S, and Lean initiatives and implement strategies for integration into the assigned workplace
• Develop a working knowledge of  process and document control for assigned area and assure processes and controls are achieved and maintained
•  Develop and communicate team staffing assignments and schedules  
• In conjunction with assigned mentor and/or HR representative, receive and/or investigate employee issues.  The supervisor-in-training will take no independent programmatic nor employee actions but will assist other D/C or MFG management team member(s) and/or the HR Manager to resolve an employee issue.
•  In conjunction with assigned mentor and/or HR representative, will assist in interviewing and/or determining promotional, rotational and/or job assignments for team members in his/her scope of responsibility
•   Actively participates on Committees as assigned
•  Identifies and achieves milestones of a personal management development plan as created by assigned mentor and the facility HR leader 

Other Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

•    Studies production/distribution processes and creates training documentation and programs to reinforce and/or enhance these processes when needed
•    Monitors, records, and reports the success of training programs•    Analyzes and resolves work problems.
•    Interprets Company policies and enforces safety regulations
•    Plans and assigns work for subordinates
•    Conduct training for exempt non-exempt and hourly employees
•    Participates in GPS, Lean, and Safety program planning and achievement 
•    In conjunction with HR leader, counsels employees  and documents as appropriate at the various levels of disciplinary process

Education/Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED strongly preferred
• Must have demonstrated written and oral business communication skill.
• Must have working knowledge of Excel and facility-specific computer programs/software
• Must have working knowledge of general facility operations
• Must have established one’s self as a subject matter expert in the daily processes and systems of one or more  manufacturing, distribution or comparable positions
• Must be currently employed in HBI distribution or manufacturing facility without documented absence or work performance issues within the preceding 12-months
• Must be able to comply with attendance/presenteeism expectations

Interpersonal Requirements:

•    Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
•    Ability to multi-task on a daily basis•    Effective communication skills
•    Effectively communicates with facility leadership 
•    No disciplinary issues at a final level
•    Positive outlook and upbeat demeanor 

What’s in it for you?

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Find your fit with us

We are committed to ensuring that everyone, across every background and identity, feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. Come as you are and #FindYourFit at Gildan. Tailor the future of your own career.