Production Manager - Whitby

Job Description 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 the Controller to maintain ERP (Sage + Mysis) data integrity

Foster and promote growth by supporting Engineering and Product Development

Support the 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 flex cost to revenue as appropriate

Develop individual goals for the 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

Provide direction on day‑to‑day matters to employees as required

Review various reports to monitor performance in the areas of quality, maintenance, manufacturing and shipping and take appropriate action where needed

Ensure Manufacturing Work Orders are completed with accurate information and on a timely basis

Execute the production schedule to meet customer delivery dates

Participate in Continuous Process Improvement projects as a team leader and member of a cross‑functional team

Conduct regular employee meetings to communicate important issues affecting the business

Recommend salary and wage increases

Chair and participate in various meetings designed to deal with day‑to‑day issues such as daily production, scheduling, APQP, and sales meetings

Complete time studies on a regular basis driven by daily production schedule variances greater than +/-5%; any changes to BOMs will require approval by the CEO and CFO

Other duties as assigned

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, and 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, positive demeanor, and ability to motivate others to achieve specific organizational goals

Experience in operational metrics and holding people accountable to them

Strategic thinker who can advance business operations

Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation

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

Hands‑on, multitasker 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

Why Is This a Great Opportunity Busy, well‑established company.

Salary Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Range: CA$ 85,000 – 100,000 CAD

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