biofuels production manager

TANK TRADERS; Nisku; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Nisku, AB is seeking a motivated Production Manager to spearhead the establishment of a new facility. The successful candidate will lead a team, maintain operational efficiencies, and ensure high production and safety standards. With a competitive starting salary of at least $80,000 and comprehensive benefits, this role requires 3+ years of leadership experience and strong mechanical aptitude. Join a company that values leadership and team culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Company-matched retirement savings

Casual dress

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a comparable leadership role.
• Hands-on experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Experience with preventative and routine maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 12+ individuals.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels and operational efficiencies daily.
• Monitor and sustain KPIs in production, quality, and Health & Safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

Job description

Production Manager

TANK TRADERS, Nisku, AB.

Job Details

Tank Traders® is searching for a driven and proactive Production Manager to lead the launch of our new operation, spearheading the ground‑up build of our state‑of‑the‑art facility in Nisku, AB. This role is central to establishing and scaling our brand‑new production footprint in the region.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 12+ individuals.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels and operational efficiencies daily.
• Troubleshoot and repair process issues and equipment irregularities.
• Monitor and sustain KPIs in production, quality, and Health & Safety.
• Schedule is Monday to Friday; hours seasonally impacted April‑August.
• 80% hands‑on involvement on the floor; 20% administrative duties (payroll, inventory reporting, production planning, recruitment, continuous improvement initiatives).
• Champion company culture and values through visible leadership.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a comparable leadership role.
• Hands‑on experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical aptitude; preventative and routine maintenance experience an asset.
• Effective leadership, communication, and time‑management skills.
• Experience operating a forklift or heavy equipment.
• Physical ability to lift and move 20‑40 lb propane tanks daily.

Compensation

Starting salary of $80,000+ (based on experience), annual performance‑based increases, comprehensive benefits, and company‑matched retirement savings (RRSP/DPSP).

Benefits

Casual dress, dental care, employee assistance program, extended health care, life insurance, on‑site parking, vision care.

Work Location

In person at Nisku, AB.

License / Certification

Class 5 license with Reliable means of transportation (preferred).