Production Manager

Job Description: 
• Fosterand promote the company's culture while ensuring adherence to company policies,procedures, and standards to maintain consistency and compliance with bothcompany goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead,manage, and support the operations team, guiding staff through clear goalsetting, performance assessments, effective communication, and on-the-jobtraining and development initiatives.
• Maintaina well-structured operational department by ensuring optimal staffing levels,creating succession plans, and developing employee growth strategies to meetcurrent and future needs.
• Responsiblefor the implementation and management of lean manufacturing processes toenhance efficiency and reduce waste including reporting on the progress of leaninitiatives and ensuring compliance with legal standards.
• Focuson continuous improvement, leading teams to identify and address areas of wasteor inefficiency in the manufacturing process.
• Designand implement an annual strategic plan for the department, aligning it with thecompany's performance targets and industry trends and benchmarks.
• Trackand evaluate key operational performance indicators (KPIs), including overallequipment effectiveness (OEE), measure and improve departmental performance;analyze data trends to develop actionable improvement plans.
• Developand introduce new processes and procedures to adapt to evolving businessdemands
• Collaboratewith cross-functional teams, to ensure alignment with broader businessobjectives.
• Trainingand coaching employees on lean tools and methodologies, ensuring everyone isaligned towards the same efficiency goals.
• Maintainvisibility and engagement with staff through management by walking around.
• Overseethe preparation, approval, and management of the department's operationalbudget, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Leadkey employee committee meetings, driving continuous improvement initiatives inthe relevant areas.
• Takecharge of ensuring the smooth launch of new products into operations, ensuringflawless execution.
• Participatein the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program, conductingaccident/incident investigations, identifying root causes, implementingcorrective actions, and following up to ensure completion.
• Performother related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:
 

• Post-secondary education in ManufacturingEngineering, Operations/Industrial Management, or a related field is preferred;a master's degree is an asset.
• At least seven (7) years of experience inautomotive manufacturing, with a proven history of leadership and deliveringresults in fast-paced environments.
• Strong business acumen with a deep understandingof automotive industry practices.
• Excellent leadership abilities, with a knack forteam building, effective listening, and fostering strong relationships.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonalskills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solvingcapabilities.
• Knowledge and comprehensive understanding ofLean Management and Value Stream Mapping (VSM).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, andother relevant software preferable SAP knowledge.
• A background in Engineering, Quality,Manufacturing, or Operations is preferred.

Benefits: 
• Comprehensivehealth, dental and vision insurance 
• RRSPmatching program
• Paidhalf-day off on your birthday 
• Extrapaid time off during the Christmas holiday season 
• Disability,travel, critical illness, and life insurance
• Professionaldevelopment with tailored training plans
• 24/7employee suggestion program with gift card rewards
• Regularemployee events and celebrations 
• Serviceanniversary recognition
• Employee wellness initiatives 
• Brandedcompany merchandise

SHW welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We look forward to receiving your application!