Production Manager

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited; North Saanich; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aerospace seeks a Production Manager to lead operations and ensure safety and quality standards. This role involves direct accountability for production functions, aligning team goals with organizational objectives, and fostering a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with a background in aviation being an asset. Join a company committed to innovation and excellence in the aerospace sector, where your contributions will directly impact operational success and team dynamics.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

RRSP Matching Program

Yearly Salary Review

Vacation Days

Personal Days

Qualifications

• 4+ years as an operations or Production Manager.
• Experience in continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead team to meet production targets and ensure safety compliance.
• Provide updates on work progress and resource management.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Planning

Critical Thinking

Education

Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Business

Job description

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.

Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.

Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

Production Manager

Summary

The Production Manager assumes the accountability for leading a portion of an operation, or a shift, in the De Havilland Manufacturing asset cluster (as defined from time to time). The Production Manager has direct accountability for the production functions on an daily/weekly basis. The Production Manager acts as direct liaison between direct employees/supervision and the Operations Manager. The Production Manager has primary accountability for ensuring the execution of the short-term objectives for the team.

Location: 1959 DeHavilland Way, North Saanich, BC, V8L 5V5

NOC: 90010

Term: Permanent, full-time

Benefits: Health, Dental, Disability, Life, RRSP matching program. Yearly salary review. Vacation and personal days.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Provide leadership to ensure that the team remains aligned to the specific short-term goals and objectives set and meets daily/weekly/monthly targets as identified.
• Ensure supervisors are enforcing all health and safety policies/procedures in the site; support and resource all health and safety activities including meetings, investigations, audits, etc.
• Ensure the direct staff and supervisors remain compliant with all applicable regulations (including Transport Canada), standards and laws.
• Ensure employees have all required initial and recurrent training as directed by the organization.
• Establish and reinforce positive, respectful, transparent communications and interactions.
• Ensure the team has executable action plans in place to execute daily/weekly tasks and are monitored for risks, delays and issues on a daily basis.
• Ensure appropriate resources available for work tasks planned.
• Escalate operational risks, delays and other issues to appropriate level of management.
• Maintains awareness of employee ‘pulse’, culture is in line with organizational direction, report issues as required.

Additional Accountabilities
• Ensure appropriate metrics are clearly defined, communicated to, and understood by, the underlying operational team.
• Provide daily and weekly updates on work progress to plan / mitigation plans.
• Ensure supervisors are providing support, training and development to individuals; performance is being managed; progressive discipline identified where required; performance improvement plans in place where needed.

• Ensure team is resourced to execute the work plans.
• Provide recommendations to improve process(es) and performance in the operation.

Personal Attributes
• Communicates effectively
• Actively listens
• Respects others
• Sound judgement
• Takes accountability
• Possesses problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Has integrity
• Is results-oriented
• Is adaptable
• Is resilient

Education & Experience
• Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Business or similar designation

• Experience working in the field of Aviation is an asset
  • 4+ years as an operations or Production Manager
  • Prior experience in coaching and supervising both front line employees and supervisors/crew chiefs is an asset.
  • Experience in continuous improvement initiatives / programs.
  • Superior planning and trouble shooting skills.
  • Experience in facilitating meetings, training, etc. is an asset.
• English written and spoken
  
  Other Requirements
  • Travel may be required; therefore the successful candidate must maintain the ability to legally travel both domestically and internationally.

Unit 202- 2nd floor 1224 Aviation Park NE

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.