Production Manager - permanent position - salary $120K to $150K

relocation assistance negotiable (if applicable)

LOCATION: Kingston, ON.

Qualifications:

Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
PMP (Project Management Professional) Certificate an asset
10 yrs+ of manufacturing sector experience up to upper management level
Demonstrated process improvement experience
Excellent process analysis and change management skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Strong leadership skills
Experience with MRP Software, MS Excel
Good communication, verbal and written skills in English
Effective use of time management and goal setting initiatives

Responsibilities:

Responsible for day to day production operations within all production departments as well as weekly & monthly area performance including output, labour productivity and quality
Oversee manufacture of products while ensuring compliance with safety, production outputs, productivity and quality standards
Organize departmental management structure and teams for operational efficiency
Successful execution of weekly Production Schedule, overtime management and productivity
Develop and implement integrated solutions to achieve rapid, sustainable, enterprise-wide cost saving, largely through operating efficiencies
Develop and implement plants to efficiently use materials, labour and equipment to meet production targets
Identify employee training needs, train and oversee training of employees in the use of new equipment, procedures, processes and production techniques
Review and adjust specific workforce activities, task schedules, and assignments to meet established production schedules and plans
Work with staff members to overcome work challenges
Ensure a healthy and safe work environment and comply with relevant regulations (federal, provincial) while collaborating with H&S staff
Conduct regular 5S audits
Champion a positive labour relations culture and adhere to HR policies and standards ; communicate same to team members and include HR Manager in relevant matters
Participate in incident investigations and reviews as needed
Assist COO with long-range operating goals and implementation of new technologies and any expansion efforts
Work with COO to develop operating budget
Provide input to upper management regarding purchases, layout, use and maintenance of equipment & machinery
Other duties as assigned