CI Manager

State; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Medical coverage

Parmedical

RRSP

Birthday off

2 weeks vacation

Personal days

Goodlife Fitness discount

Job summary

State in Vaughan, Ontario is seeking a CI Manager to lead continuous improvement across a full production project lifecycle. The role collaborates with Engineering, Production and Quality to optimize throughput, layout, cycle times and safety in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing, you will drive cost savings, KPI tracking, SOP maintenance and support R&D launches while ensuring compliance with PPE and plant requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Technology, Industrial or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Process Engineer or equivalent manufacturing / product development work experience.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and maintain physical layout of equipment, materials and storage;
• Maintain accurate throughput calculations for all manufacturing resources;
• Determine cycle times for manufacturing resources;
• Identify bottleneck resources and capacity constraint resources;
• Co-ordinate throughput improvement efforts;
• Assess operator utilization;
• Assess ergonomic conditions and reduce ergonomic stressors;
• Implement continuous improvement and monitor cost savings;
• Maintain key performance indicator charts/graphs;
• Completion of job instruction sheets;
• Maintain master lists of SOPs, re-work instructions, SQDCI boards and layer audit process;
• Evaluate and co-ordinate elimination of safety hazards;
• Completion of set up instructions and re-work instructions;
• Support production on optimizing equipment utilization and efficiency;
• Work with R&D to launch new products and inform production;
• Any other tasks assigned by the Director of Manufacturing.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Technology, Industrial or equivalent is preferred.

Job description

Position: CI Manager
Location: Vaughan, Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Vacancy Status: This Posting is for an Existing Vacancy

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000

One State is the power of unity – one team, creating what’s next, together.

About Us

Founded in 2007, State has quickly established itself as one of the fastest growing construction and manufacturing companies in Canada. Guided by our “One State” methodology, a unified approach that emphasizes collaboration, innovation and excellence, we are committed to becoming North America’s most sought-after provider of full envelope façade solutions. Our innovative product line includes high-performance glass window walls, Uni-Wall systems, curtain walls, cladding, window inserts and balcony railing systems each tailored for high-rise condominium projects. We are honored to have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the last 5 years.

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who want to thrive in a rapidly growing organization with an inclusive and engaging culture. A career at State means joining a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact—transforming city skylines with innovation and quality, one project at a time.

Our talented and dedicated team is driven by our core values:

• Empowered by Innovation
• We Make It Happen
• Family
• Brutally Honest

We take immense pride in our work, our people, and our unwavering commitment to excellence.

About The Role

Reports to the Director of Manufacturing on all matters. The CI Manager will be responsible for all functions of a production project from start to finish. Works closely with Engineering, Production and Quality on specific project tasks.

Duties are responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Co-ordinate and maintain physical layout of equipment, materials and storage;
• Maintain accurate throughput calculations for all manufacturing resources;
• Determine cycle times for manufacturing resources;
• Identify bottleneck resources and capacity constraint resources;
• Co-ordinate throughput improvement efforts;
• Assess operator utilization;
• Assess ergonomic conditions and reduce ergonomic stressors;
• Implement continuous improvement and monitor cost savings;
• Maintain key performance indicator charts/graphs;
• Completion of job instruction sheets;
• Maintain master lists of SOPs, re-work instructions, SQDCI boards and layer audit process;
• Evaluate and co-ordinate elimination of safety hazards;
• Completion of set up instructions and re-work instructions;
• Support production on optimizing equipment utilization and efficiency;
• Work with R&D to launch new products and inform production; and
• Any other tasks assigned by the Director of Manufacturing.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Technology, Industrial or equivalent is preferred.

Years of Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Process Engineer or equivalent manufacturing / product development work experience.

Work Location

• On-Site;
• Work in a manufacturing plant environment;
• May require heavy lifting, working indoors, and standing for a long duration of time; and
• Wearing PPE is mandatory in the plant.

Why State?

Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy dental, medical, and paramedical coverage, plus reimbursement for prescription eyewear and safety footwear every two years.

Generous Time Off

Benefit from 2 weeks vacation, 6 personal days, and birthday off!

Performance Evaluation

We prioritize ongoing feedback and development through structured bi-annual performance reviews and ongoing check ins with your direct supervisor/manager.

Training

We provide custom onboarding training plans designed for each role to assist you with being set up for success.

Have Fun and Learn

Join in on our fun staff social events and attend company wide townhalls that provide ongoing updates and enjoy our vibrant workplace culture.

Insurance & Savings

Access discounted rates for group home and auto insurance and participate in our RRSP program.

Wellness Focus

Stay active with a discounted corporate membership to Goodlife Fitness. Enjoy summer office hours and a wellness program that provides confidential support for employees and their families covering mental health, wellness, childcare services and more.

Technology

We leverage state-of-the-art technology to drive precision, efficiency, and innovation across every project.

Social Responsibility & Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Programs

We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Our State Women’s Empowerment Group (SWEG) seeks to support women in our organization through mentorship and confidence building. Additionally, through the State Education Benefit, State employees can apply for a recognition award upon submitting their child’s report card.

Sustainability

Our commitment is demonstrated through initiatives like maintaining beehives on our premises and our active ESG committee.

Office

Our open office concept fosters collaboration and creativity across all teams. Designed to encourage seamless communication and cross-functional synergy, our modern workspace reflects our commitment to innovation and unity.

Eligibility

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and able to commute daily to the office.

AODA

At State we are dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from all individuals. Accommodations are available upon request for all stages of the hiring process.

AI

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess or select candidates as part of our hiring process.