Director of Operations

National Carwash Solutions; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 133,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

National Carwash Solutions is seeking a Director of Operations to enhance competitiveness and profitability within the manufacturing domain. You will lead significant initiatives across safety, procurement, and quality while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. The role demands strong leadership skills along with technical expertise in manufacturing practices, making a significant impact on operational success.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience leading a manufacturing organization.
• Experience in low volume / high mix manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to implement lean manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, order entry, procurement, manufacturing, quality, and engineering.
• Manage the annual budget, including capital expenditures and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, local laws, and safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Process Improvement

Lean Manufacturing Practices

Inventory Control

Confidentiality

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Business

Green Belt or Black Belt Certification

Job description

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Description

National Carwash Solutions (NCS) has grown over the past 50 years to become North America’s largest equipment, service, and cleaning solutions provider in the car wash industry. Our brands are supported by the largest service network in the country, with more than 300 dedicated professionals. Join us for an extraordinary career in a high-growth, team-oriented company!

Description

National Carwash Solutions (NCS) has grown over the past 50 years to become North America’s largest equipment, service, and cleaning solutions provider in the car wash industry. Our brands are backed by the largest service network in the country with more than 300 professionals. Come join us for an extraordinary career!

Job Summary

As a Director of Operations , you will implement manufacturing policies to guide the plant in maintaining and improving its competitive position and profitability. You will oversee safety, order entry, procurement, manufacturing, quality, and engineering, collaborating across the organization to meet sales needs. You will ensure products are manufactured on schedule, within quality standards, and cost objectives.

Leadership

• Provide leadership and development to the team, creating an engaging environment with clear responsibilities, goals, and progress reporting.
• Work collaboratively in a matrix organization, partnering with sales on demand planning and keeping up-to-date on equipment changes.
• Manage the annual budget, including capital expenditures, cost control, manpower, and facilities requirements.

Process Improvement

• Transform company culture towards Continuous Improvement and Accountability, supporting lean manufacturing principles.
• Develop and install standard manufacturing practices based on comparative studies.
• Identify and develop process improvement champions within the organization.

Procurement and Quality

• Direct manufacturing at the lowest cost while maintaining quality and quantity standards.
• Establish inventory controls and monitor inventory metrics.
• Work with procurement to review quality reports and ensure supplier standards are met.
• Create a sustainable supply chain with continuous improvement monitoring.
• Stay updated on equipment changes that may affect scope.
• Participate in the Quality Assurance Team to ensure quality metrics and countermeasures are in place.

General

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, local laws, and safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Green Belt or Black Belt Certification preferred.
• 7-10 years of experience leading a manufacturing organization.
• Experience in low volume / high mix manufacturing preferred.
• Management and staff development experience.
• Ability to implement lean manufacturing practices.
• Maintain confidentiality and perform efficiently.
• Prolonged sitting, routine computer use, and travel credentials required.

Salary Range : $133,000 – 175,000 CAD

Physical Requirements

Mostly sitting, walking, standing, handling, reaching, stooping, climbing, balancing, talking, and computer use. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

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