Production Manager

IKO Industries; Brampton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production Manager, where your leadership will drive excellence in manufacturing. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse team, ensuring products exceed customer expectations while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. With a commitment to employee development and a dynamic workplace, you will lead initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and employee engagement. If you are passionate about making a difference in a respected organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive health and benefits plan

Matched retirement savings program

Growth opportunities within the organization

Dynamic workplace culture

Qualifications

• 7-10 years supervisory experience in manufacturing is essential.
• Strong planning and analytical skills with a focus on Lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach supervisors to meet safety and quality goals.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Team Building

Time Management

Education

University Degree in a technical field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in manufacturing roofing and building materials. As a Canadian-owned company with global production facilities, we have a longstanding success in the roofing industry. Our core values are quality, integrity, and trustworthiness, which are reflected in our team members. People like you!

Job Description

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Manager's primary responsibility is to ensure the production of products that exceed customer expectations in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. This role supervises approximately 10 staff members, including supervisors and clerical personnel.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive health and benefits plan
• Competitive matched retirement savings program
• The chance to grow within a diverse and inclusive organization
• Opportunity to work with an industry-leading manufacturer

Responsibilities

1. Provide leadership and coaching to supervisors to meet safety, environmental, quality, cost, and service goals.
2. Collaborate with Quality Control to ensure finished products meet customer requirements through continuous improvement and quality management systems.
3. Work with Maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency.
4. Lead reliability strategies, involving production staff in operational excellence initiatives.
5. Coordinate with Shipping and Receiving to optimize manufacturing schedules and service levels.
6. Foster a highly engaged workforce through performance management, employee involvement, and development initiatives.
7. Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles like Kaizen.
8. Maintain effective communication with union representatives and participate in grievance procedures as needed.
9. Ensure employee training on safety, quality, and processes is effective and completed.
10. Mentor direct reports and build a capable, accountable team to achieve performance goals.
11. Maintain plant housekeeping standards and implement a 5S program.
12. Lead safety and environmental initiatives, including investigations.

Ideal Candidate

• University Degree in a technical field
• 7-10 years supervisory experience in manufacturing
• Strong planning, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Proven ability to enhance operations through employee engagement
• Leadership experience with supervisors, engineers, and staff
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Excellent communication skills
• Team-building and problem-solving abilities
• Effective time management and organization skills

Benefits of Employment

We value our employees' contributions and invest in their development. We offer competitive compensation, healthcare, a dynamic workplace, and a culture of teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

IKO is committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants without discrimination and provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities upon request.

About Us

With over 70 years of success, IKO is a leading manufacturer of roofing systems in Canada, the US, and global markets. We invite you to join our team and grow with us.

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