Director of Operations - Manufacturing Plant

Jump! recruiters; Quebec; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing solutions provider is looking for a Director of Operations in Quebec. The role involves managing daily operations, establishing KPIs, and optimizing resources to increase productivity and quality. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of manufacturing management experience, a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or operations management, and is bilingual in French and English. This position offers a competitive salary starting at $120,000 plus bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

4 weeks of vacation

Group insurance

RRSP after 1 year

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing management, including solid experience in plant management.
• Proven experience in implementing processes and improving operational performance.
• Good mastery of Lean/Kaizen practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily manufacturing operations with a focus on various strategic areas.
• Establish and monitor KPIs that advance the factory and its teams.
• Optimize resources, equipment, and technologies to increase productivity.

Skills

Manufacturing management

Lean/Kaizen practices

Bilingualism (French/English)

Leadership

Operational performance improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or operations management

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Are you a builder? Do you enjoy taking the reins, establishing solid practices, and elevating a factory’s performance to the next level? If you are looking for a role where your ideas and actions will have a direct and measurable impact, this opportunity is for you.

Our client, a Quebec-based company recognized for the quality of its custom and high-end products and its manufacturing expertise, is undergoing significant evolution. They are looking for a Director of Operations – Manufacturing Plant who can turn growth ambitions into concrete results by structuring and optimizing the activities of our Quebec factory.

What We Expect From You

• Manage manufacturing operations on a daily basis, with a strategic eye on planning, production, procurement, logistics, inventory management, continuous improvement, engineering, and performance.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) that will advance the factory and its teams. (Quality, HSE, preventive maintenance).
• Mobilize and develop a committed team by fostering a culture of collaboration, rigor, and continuous improvement.
• Optimize the use of resources, equipment, and technologies to increase productivity and quality.
• Manage operational budgets and recommend necessary investments for growth.
• Be a change agent: build, structure, and solidify the foundations to support long-term growth.

The Desired Profile

• Bachelor’s degree, training in engineering, operations management or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing management, including solid experience in plant management.
• Mobilizing leadership: you inspire trust and commitment.
• Proven experience in implementing processes and improving operational performance.
• Good mastery of Lean/Kaizen practices and proficiency with ERP systems.
• Functional bilingualism (French/English).

What We Offer

• The chance to build and leave your mark in a growing company.
• A stimulating environment, undergoing transformation.
• A passionate team eager to move forward.
• Competitive salary (starting from $120 000 + bonuses).
• 4 weeks of vacation.
• Group insurance, RRSP after 1 year.

We are looking for a visionary and mobilizing professional, eager to make an impact in a rapidly progressing manufacturing company.

Location not specified.

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