Manufacturing – VP production & operations – Toronto/0ttawa/Montreal

Stonewood Group Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a VP of Production and Operations to lead their manufacturing functions. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with GMP standards, managing production teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and a strong track record in leadership and strategic planning. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and excellence, and play a key role in delivering high-quality health products to the market.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Bonus Package

Benefits Package

Qualifications

• 15+ years in senior management within pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Strong innovative and analytical abilities with proven leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical products adhering to GMP standards.
• Lead warehouse, materials management, and maintenance teams to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Strategic Planning

Change Management

Education

University Degree in Scientific Discipline

M.S./PhD Preferred

Job description

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and collaborating closely with the Executive Team, the VP of Production and Operations will play a critical leadership role within the company. The primary responsibilities include managing overall production functions, materials management, warehousing, and maintenance.

The VP will ensure GMP manufacturing and safety standards are maintained, working extensively with the production floor, tech transfer, quality, regulatory, manufacturing, and program management teams. The ideal candidate will have proven experience leading a world-class manufacturing organization.

The VP primarily interacts with internal stakeholders including: production teams, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Mechanical and Engineering Services, Materials Management, and Human Resources.

Competency Profile

People Management

Establishes and communicates clear priorities and direction; clarifies roles and responsibilities; adapts management style to achieve optimal results.

Planning and Objective Setting

Approaches work systematically; creates detailed action plans with clear objectives and steps; breaks down tasks; anticipates obstacles; sets realistic timelines with checkpoints and milestones to ensure results.

Results Orientation

Focuses on achieving outcomes; has a reputation for execution; conveys urgency; aims to improve past performance; sets and strives to exceed personal targets.

Strategic Approach

Develops and revises strategic plans aligned with organizational vision; considers long-term success; clarifies organizational goals; maintains a broad perspective beyond immediate issues.

Leading Change

Recognizes the need for change; challenges the status quo; champions new initiatives; acts as a catalyst for change; develops and monitors implementation plans.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical and consumer health products, adhering to procedures, safety practices, and GMP standards.
• Lead activities of warehouse, materials management, maintenance, packaging, formulation, and aseptic processing teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in daily operations to meet plant goals.
• Negotiate and resolve production-impacting issues.
• Achieve the Local Operating Plan.
• Set manufacturing performance objectives/KPIs and communicate these effectively.
• Implement systems for reporting metrics.
• Evaluate variances and determine corrective actions.
• Prepare and monitor budgets.
• Maintain compliance with all market regulations (e.g., Health Canada, FDA).
• Ensure all staff are current on training requirements.
• Maintain current quality programs and track adherence, including CAPAs.
• Motivate and develop staff to exceed expectations.
• Support learning and development initiatives.
• Promote cross-functional training and team environment.
• Provide performance feedback and address issues promptly.
• Establish operational standards to improve productivity, quality, and reduce costs.

The ideal candidate will have industry, academic, and functional experience including:

• A university degree in a related scientific discipline (M.S./PhD preferred).
• Proven leadership and technical problem-solving skills.
• Extensive pharmaceutical manufacturing experience, with at least 15 years in senior management.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong innovative and analytical abilities.

Preferred Experience / Education

Competitive base salary with bonus and benefits package.