Manufacturing Operations Controller

GN Corporations Inc.; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GN Corporations Inc. in Alberta seeks a Manufacturing Operations Controller to drive production performance, workforce coordination, and process improvements in a high‑reliability environment.

You will report to the Director of Manufacturing, coordinate daily shop-floor activities, monitor KPIs, and partner with planning, quality, and engineering to ensure delivery commitments are met. Experience in regulated sectors, proficiency with Excel and ERP/MRP systems, and a post‑secondary

Qualifications

• 3-6+ years of experience in manufacturing operations or related role.
• Experience in aerospace/defense or highly regulated environments is preferred.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee scheduling, training, onboarding, and performance monitoring.
• Promote safety, quality, and accountability aligned with aerospace/defense industry standards.
• Coordinate production schedules, material availability, and resources to meet on-time delivery objectives.
• Collect, analyze, and report production and operational data; maintain KPI dashboards.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams.

Skills

Operations coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Manufacturing / Engineering / Operations

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Production reporting tools

Job description

About GN Corporations Inc

GN Corporations Inc is a leading advanced manufacturing company serving the aerospace, defense, energy, and emerging technology sectors. With a team of approximately 120 employees, we specialize in precision machining, fabrication, assembly, automation, testing, and engineering solutions for mission-critical applications.

Manufacturing Operations Controller

to help coordinate daily production activities, support operational excellence initiatives, and contribute to the continued growth of our manufacturing operations.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Director of Manufacturing, the Manufacturing Operations Controller plays a critical role in supporting production performance, workforce coordination, process improvement, and operational reporting. This position requires a strong balance of people skills, analytical ability, and manufacturing knowledge to ensure production objectives, quality requirements, and delivery commitments are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

People Coordination

• Support production leadership by assisting with employee scheduling, training coordination, onboarding, and performance monitoring.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and accountability aligned with aerospace and defense industry standards.
• Serve as a resource for day-to- day employee questions and workflow-related issues on the manufacturing floor.
• Assist in coordinating communication between production teams and management.

Process Support & Continuous Improvement

• Coordinate the implementation and maintenance of manufacturing processes, standardized work instructions, and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Support compliance with quality and regulatory requirements, including AS9100, PPAP, and customer-specific standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on productivity, quality, throughput, and waste reduction.
• Help document and maintain best practices, process controls, and operational procedures.

Production Coordination

• Coordinate daily production schedules, material availability, and resource allocation to support on-time delivery objectives.
• Monitor shop floor activities and assist in identifying and resolving production bottlenecks or capacity constraints.
• Work closely with planning, supply chain, quality, and engineering teams to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Track and report production performance metrics, including quality, efficiency, and delivery performance.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and interpret production and operational data.
• Maintain KPI dashboards and generate reports for management review.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for operational improvement using data-driven insights.
• Support decision-making through accurate reporting and performance monitoring.

Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams.
• Support new product introductions, manufacturing readiness activities, and process documentation efforts.
• Assist with production planning, inventory coordination, and other operational administrative functions as required.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• 3-6+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, production coordination, or a related operational role.
• Experience working within aerospace, defense, energy, automotive, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and production reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing data analysis.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with quality management systems such as AS9100, ISO 9001, PPAP, or equivalent.
• Post-secondary education in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain any required security clearances related to defense and controlled goods programs.