manufacturing operations manager

Vipeq Canada; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in manufacturing is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee production schedules and ensure quality control. This role requires a keen eye for detail and strong leadership skills to manage a team of 5-10 individuals. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience in operations management, with a focus on process improvement and lean manufacturing. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will drive productivity and enhance product quality. This position offers a stable work environment with a commitment to employee development and operational excellence.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in operations management and process improvement.
• Strong knowledge in quality assurance and lean manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop production schedules and maintain inventory to prevent shortages.
• Direct quality control inspections and manage departmental budgets.
• Hire, supervise, and train employees on new equipment and techniques.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Quality assurance and control

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Organizational skills

Reliability

Team player

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
  
  

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Urban area
• Manufacturing or production
• Management
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Develop production schedules and duty assignments to ensure proper functioning
• Maintain an inventory of raw materials and finished products to prevent shortages
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Develop equipment maintenance schedules and recommend the replacement of machines
• Direct quality control inspections
• Hire, supervise and train or oversee training of employees in the use of new equipment or production techniques
• Plan and implement changes to machinery and equipment, production systems and methods of work
• Plan and manage the establishment of departmental budget
• Recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Perform financial calculations, such as costing and budgeting
• Determine strategic planning related to new product lines
• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations
  
  

Supervision

• 5-10 people
  
  

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Lean Manufacturing
  
  

Industrial processes and products experience

• Quality assurance and control
  
  

Area of specialization

• Process improvement
• Operations management
  
  

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
  
  

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Analytical
• Leadership
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits
  
  

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)