Production Manager permanent up to $100K

Location: Whitby, ON.

Requirements / Qualifications:

University Degree or College Diploma in a technical field ; may consider equivalent experience

Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in a union environment

Good background in Continuous Improvement projects, scheduling, process support

Background in injection molding preferred

Management of a site with 50+ employees and three-shift / continuous operations environment

Strong background in business and operations

Leader with people management skills who is positive and leads by example to motivate others to achieve specific organizational goals

Experience putting in operational metrics and holding people accountable to same

Strategic thinker who can advance business operations

Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation

Backing in manufacturing with a clear understanding of production planning and scheduling techniques

Hands-on multi-tasker who is well organized, has a strong work ethic and high energy level

Computer knowledge (ERP, Microsoft Office)

Continuous improvement experience

General knowledge of the Canada Labour Code, Human Rights Act, Employment Equity Act and Ontario Employment Standards Act

Responsibilities

Plan, direct and control the activities of the operation to accomplish the budgeted financial objectives

Ensure the profitability and viability of the company; if not, take appropriate actions

Monitor and control all programs and activities related to the safety and well-being of the entire workforce

Ensure the company is in compliance with government and regulatory requirements

Ensure the requirements of the Quality and Environmental Systems are fully adhered to

Support Controller to maintain ERP (Sage + Mysis) data integrity

Foster and promote growth by supporting Engineering and Product Development

Support Controller to prepare annual budgets

Ensure that new business is started up effectively and on time

Provide guidance and direction to all functional areas

Manage the necessary resources to achieve annual budgets

Manage headcount in line with revenue and take appropriate actions to flex cost to revenue

Develop individual goals for operations team

Execute to meet and exceed Company KPIs

Monitor customer satisfaction levels to achieve 100% on-time deliveries

Lead Continuous Improvement (CI) philosophy throughout the organization

Participate in the Health & Safety Committee and provide management support for specific initiatives

Manage and direct all aspects of the Operations Department: Rubber and Injection Molding

Maintain a Safe working environment