Our client is a market leader in the building materials industry and is looking for a Production Manager for their afternoon shift in the Woodbridge/Vaughan area. The role reports directly to the Operations Manager and is responsible for meeting daily production targets and KPIs.The position will ensure the planning, organization, and assigning of work to team members through clear and concise communication while upholding high safety and operational standards.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure proper planning and control for all areas of responsibility in production, i.e. labour, overtime, equipment, production planning and scheduling for the shift.
• Enforce and comply with the Companys Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Participate in hiring processes as required and ensure completion and adherence to the Orientation Process, Targeted Training for skills gap and/or career development, Rules of Personal Conduct, and Progressive Discipline process.
• Monitor production at regular intervals to ensure goals/targets are being achieved.
• Contribute to effective production efficiency and recommend safety/production/process improvements to Department / Senior Management.
• Prepare reports on status of established KPIs and champion production-related continuous improvement projects.
• Lead and participate in Kaizen events to ensure continuous improvement goals are being achieved.
• Evaluate and audit existing safety standards and processes, as well as support and encourage the JHSC.
• Ensure proper communication flow between employees and management.
• Communicate with production staff daily and ensure proper communication flow between employees and management.
• Provide coaching and mentoring for production supervisors and lead hands, including but not limited to health & safety, employee relations, and training & development.
• Assess employee performance in all production areas and ensure all employees receive proper training.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to adapt and adjust to various assignments.
• Excellent motivational and team building skills.
• Strong planning and organization skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex manufacturing problems.
• Must demonstrate competence in all Health and Safety (i.e. Certification Training Part I & II)
• Must have working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Able to implement continuous improvement efforts, including but not limited to Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2-3 years relevant work experience as a production supervisor is required.
• A minimum of a college diploma is required.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a diploma or degree in an Engineering Program.

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