Manufacturing Manager: Lean Ops Leader for 100+ Team

Napoleon Products; Barrie; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision care

Long Term Disability

RRSP matching

Bonus opportunity

Employee discounts

Job summary

Napoleon is hiring a Manufacturing Manager in Barrie, Ontario to supervise day-to-day production across multiple shop areas and ensure smooth operations. The role supports on-time delivery and product quality within established SOPs.

The position reports to the Senior Manufacturing Manager and requires LEAN or KAIZEN experience, with responsibility for 100+ associates and coordination with engineering, HR and customer service. Competitive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Must have LEAN or KAIZEN experience.
• Two to five years of manufacturing supervisory experience.
• Experience in manufacturing of home and hearth products.
• Business writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day to day production operations (machine shop, welding, pre-built, assembly and fabrication) in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Hire, train and coach associates in conjunction with Team leaders.
• Responsible for shift schedule and related personnel management.
• Contact for on call service in weekends.
• Advise with corporate engineering for custom made product design.
• Approve manufacturing feasibility of custom-made products.
• Meet manufacturing goals: on time delivery and quality targets.
• Make adjustments during shift to stay within specifications and reject out-of-spec products.
• Daily Improvements (MDI) and cross-team communication.

Skills

LEAN or KAIZEN experience

MS Office

Leadership

People management

Education

HSD or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Napoleon is hiring a Manufacturing Manager in Barrie, Ontario to supervise day-to-day production across multiple shop areas and ensure smooth operations. The role supports on-time delivery and product quality within established SOPs.

The position reports to the Senior Manufacturing Manager and requires LEAN or KAIZEN experience, with responsibility for 100+ associates and coordination with engineering, HR and customer service. Competitive benefits are included.