Production Manager

Role Overview

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day production operations, including planning and resource allocation, to achieve production objectives
• Ensure daily follow-up of KPIs and take corrective actions necessary to achieve objectives within the given deadlines and to identify and prioritize opportunities for improvement
• Coach, train and evaluate the production team in order to develop a culture of continuous improvement and high performance
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environment (OHS) regulations in all production processes
• Work closely with the planning team to identify priorities, optimize resource utilization, and ensure production targets are met and customer orders are fulfilled according to established specifications and deadlines
• In collaboration with the Quality Manager, implement and maintain quality control systems to ensure product compliance with internal and industry standards
• Collaborate with the maintenance department to optimize preventive maintenance programs and ensure equipment reliability
• Work with engineering teams on machine relocation, installation and commissioning projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and operator training
• Manage all aspects of human capital: goal setting, KPI tracking and performance management and develop human capital by developing training plans
• Ensure clear, structured and effective communication with all production staff and management team
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and optimize operational efficiency
• Actively promote and support a culture of continuous improvement (CI) by providing the necessary resources and participating in projects

Requirements

• University degree in mechanical or industrial engineering preferred
• Engineer designation required and member in good standing of the Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
• Minimum of five (5) years of production management experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (mass manufacturing), continuous operation (24/7)
• Proven experience in managing teams in a unionized production environment, including the day-to-day coordination of activities and communications with stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in matrix and multidisciplinary teams
• Concrete achievements in continuous process improvement and optimization of operations, with a strong focus on results
• Concrete achievements demonstrating the integration of quality and occupational health and safety (OHS) into operations
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Bilingualism (French and English), oral and written
• Sense of professional ethics

Benefits

• Comprehensive group insurance, mostly paid for by the employer
• A defined contribution pension plan with employer participation
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Year-round social events