Manager Operations - Bathing (Plant Manager)

Masco Cabinetry; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Manager of Operations in the Bathing division, where you will lead daily manufacturing activities and drive operational excellence. This role offers the chance to shape the future of the business while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement. You will mentor a talented team, optimize processes, and ensure compliance with company policies. With over a century of industry leadership, this organization values innovation and teamwork, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Rewards and Compensation

Defined Contribution Registered Pension Plan

Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan

Health, Dental, and Travel Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Purchase Program

Paid Volunteer Days

Opportunities for Development and Growth

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing leadership roles.
• Proven success record in a similar role or as a Plant Manager.
• Strong focus on operational excellence and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing activities ensuring safety and quality.
• Optimize workforce planning and monitor performance metrics.
• Drive operational improvements through Lean principles.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement (CI)

5S Methodology

Problem-Solving Techniques

Leadership

Effective Communication

Time Management

Education

University Degree in Engineering

College Diploma in Business Management

Industrial Management Certificate

O.S.S.D or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

JDE or Other ERP Systems

Job description

Manager Operations - Bathing at Masco Canada (On-Site – St. Thomas, ON Office)

Come build the future with us! At Masco Canada, we are passionate about delivering innovative solutions and exceptional customer experiences. We are looking for aManager Operations - Bathing, to join our team and help shape the future of our business. If you are eager to learn, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to make an impact, this opportunity is for you!

What You Will Do:

As theManager, Operations - Bathing you will play a key role in leading daily manufacturing activities within the bathing operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are consistently met. Reporting to theDirector, Manufacturing, this role provides strategic direction to the production team while driving operational excellence through Lean principles and continuous improvement initiatives. Acting as a role model for organizational culture, the Manager, Operations - Bathing embodies and promotesMasco Canada’s values, fostering a high-performance, continuous improvement mindset, removing obstacles and barriers by encouraging collaboration and cross-functional teamwork and creating an engaged workforce where every team member is valued.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead and coordinate the day-to-day execution of the manufacturing plan, directing and advisingProduction Supervisors (Junior Area Managers, Area Managers, and Senior Area Managers)to meet production goals.
• Champion asafety-first culture, ensuring compliance withhealth and safety regulationsand fostering a clean, organized work environment through5S methodology.
• Optimize workforce planning by scheduling and assigning personnel to meetSchedule AttainmentandPast Due Targets, aligning with customer demand and business priorities.
• UtilizeLean Manufacturing, MOS tools, andproblem-solving techniquesto drive operational improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Monitor dailyperformance metrics, proactively addressing issues to ensure continuous operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide leadership incontinuous improvement initiatives, facilitating cross-functional collaboration to implement process enhancements and integrate new products.
• Ensure compliance withMasco’s internal control procedures, labour agreements, and company policies while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Develop, mentor, and coachdirect reportsand frontline leaders, ensuring performance feedback, succession planning, and leadership growth.
• Partner withHR to manage labour-related matters and maintain effective employee relations.
• Exhibit sound judgment, making timely and strategic decisions to ensure seamless day-to-day operations.

What will you bring:

• Proven success record of working in a similar role or as a Plant Manager is an asset
• A university degree or college diploma in engineering, business management in Industrial Management or Business is preferred
• Industrial Management Certificate or equivalent
• O.S.S.D or equivalent
• 5-10 yearsof progressive experience inmanufacturing leadership roleswith a strong focus on operational excellence
• 3-5 yearsof experience in a management position within afast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment
• A successful record of working in aunionized environmentis required
• Advanced knowledge ofLean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement (CI), 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and other Lean tools
• Proficiency inusing and applying Microsoft Office applications;
• Experience withJDE or other ERP systems

Who You Are:

We are looking for someone who is:

• A Strong Leader & Team Builder– Motivates, develops, and drives accountability within a large workforce.
• An Effective Communicator– Engages and collaborates with diverse business stakeholders at all levels.
• A Strategic Problem-Solver– Demonstrates strong decision-making abilities with a results-oriented approach.
• Highly Organized & Focused– Strong time management, project management, and priority-setting skills, focusing on the vital few to maximize impact.
• Resilient & Adaptable– Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, demonstrating resilience and adaptability while effectively managing time-sensitive challenges.

What’s in it for You?

• Competitive Rewards and Compensation
• Defined Contribution Registered Pension Plan (optional) with employer matching
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Benefit insurance coverage from Day 1, including health, dental, and travel insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (Dialogue) – access to health and wellness resources
• Employee Store, Employee Purchase Program, Dell Discount Program, GoodLife Fitness Discounts, and more
• 2 paid volunteer days to support the communities we live and work in
• Opportunities for development and growth, including Onboarding, Buddy and Mentoring programs, LinkedIn Learning, and other virtual and in-class learning opportunities
• Participation in employee-led committees such as the Wellness Committee, Masco United (DE&I Committee), Philanthropy Committee, Organizational Pulse Committee, or employee impact groups

Why Join Masco Canada?

• Over a Century of Excellence– With more than100 years of experience, Masco Canada has established itself as a leader in thebuilding and home improvement industry.
• Diverse Brand Portfolio– We proudly offer12+ brandsdelivering20,000+ innovative water solutions, shaping the future of plumbing and home improvement.
• Innovative Solutions – Our commitment tocutting-edge plumbing and water technologieskeeps us at the forefront of the industry.
• Collaborative & Inclusive Culture– We foster an environment where all employees arevalued, respected, and empoweredto contribute and grow.
• Opportunities for Growth– We supportcontinuous learning, career development, and professional growth, helping you achieve your full potential.
• Making an Impact in Our Communities– We believe ingiving backand actively supporting initiatives thatmake a difference in the communities where we live and work.

Join us at Masco Canada, where your contributions driveinnovation, excellence, and positive change!

Masco Canada delivers innovative water solutions to the building and home improvement markets in Canada. We have been inspiring Canadian homes, communities, and lives for more than 100 years. Throughout this journey, our business has remained steadfast in its commitment to strong values and dedicated individuals, striving to enhance the well-being of our team members, customers, and communities alike. With over 600 employees, our diverse and talented workforce drives our continued success and impact.

Please note: Masco Canada has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations to be in place before your first step of the selection process.

Company: Masco Canada

Masco Canada (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.