Manufacturing Operations Manager — Lead Efficiency & Growth

WIDIA; Belleville; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal in Belleville, Ontario seeks a Manufacturing Manager to lead all production operations, drive scheduling, staffing, tooling, safety, and quality. You will focus on cost control, reliability, and continuous improvement to meet business goals.

The role requires strong manufacturing leadership, process optimization skills, and SAP experience, with accountability for safety, quality, and performance across the plant.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and business objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive operational improvements.
• Proven experience in production management, process optimization, and performance management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all plant production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Develop and execute production schedules and monitor performance against established standards.
• Monitor daily operations and resolve issues related to staffing, scheduling, tooling, safety, quality, and production flow.
• Oversee maintenance of facility and equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Cross-functional leadership

Process optimization

Performance management

Analytical skills

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a technical field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kennametal in Belleville, Ontario seeks a Manufacturing Manager to lead all production operations, drive scheduling, staffing, tooling, safety, and quality. You will focus on cost control, reliability, and continuous improvement to meet business goals.

The role requires strong manufacturing leadership, process optimization skills, and SAP experience, with accountability for safety, quality, and performance across the plant.