Production Manager

Ground Effects LLC; Whitby; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Vision

STD

LTD

Employee assistance program

Vacation days

Professional development

Pension plan

Life insurance

Safety footwear

Job summary

Ground Effects Solutions in Oshawa, Ontario, is seeking a Production Manager to lead our Operations team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will drive production targets, coach supervisors, and ensure safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

You will coordinate scheduling, inventory control, and compliance with IATF 16949 standards. You will mentor teams, optimize processes, and communicate effectively with leadership to sustain world-class customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (Grade 12) required.
• Post-secondary education in a related field is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Production Supervisor in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Automotive manufacturing experience is considered an asset.
• Valid G driver's license with the ability to maintain driving privileges.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support daily production operations.
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality standards, and continuous improvement principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and production reporting tools.
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 quality standards and occupational health and safety requirements is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Plant Manager in scheduling manufacturing activities based on customer releases to meet delivery requirements while minimizing inventory levels.
• Ensure production orders are processed in FIFO (First-In, First-Out) sequence unless operational or customer requirements dictate otherwise.
• Monitor daily production activities and review shift reports to identify and address operational concerns.
• Maintain effective communication with production employees and leadership to support efficient daily operations.
• Support attendance management, performance management, employee coaching, and corrective action processes.
• Motivate, mentor, and provide guidance to Production Supervisors and other production leadership staff.
• Ensure production teams comply with all safety policies, procedures, and training requirements.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality control plans and manufacturing standards.
• Participate in the review and disposition of non-conforming products and support corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
• Oversee product handling and storage practices to prevent damage and ensure proper inventory control.
• Support facility operations to ensure the plant meets manufacturing and operational requirements.
• Ensure work instructions, procedures, and documentation are available and followed on the production floor.
• Partner with Maintenance to ensure equipment is properly maintained and available to support production requirements.
• Ensure work-in-process materials are properly identified and tagged in accordance with company procedures and quality standards.
• Support compliance with IATF 16949 requirements, company policies, and customer expectations.

Skills

Production supervisor

Team leadership

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Problem solving

Prioritization

Process understanding

Quality standards

Continuous improvement

MS Office

Production reporting

IATF 16949

OH&S familiarity

Safety culture

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma (Grade 12)

Post-secondary education in related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario.

At GFX, we have created a culture that values long-standing employees and excellence in everything we do. Employees can expect to be a part of a great team that values safety and quality.

Who You Are

Ground Effects is currently searching for a Production Managerto join our Operations team in Oshawa, Ontario.

In this role, you are a driven and hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence, quality, and team development. You thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

As a strong communicator and people leader, you build positive relationships with your team, foster accountability, and support employee growth through coaching, performance management, and attendance management. You lead by example, ensuring company policies and procedures are consistently followed while creating a culture focused on continuous improvement and world-class customer satisfaction.

You are organized, proactive, and committed to delivering quality products that meet customer requirements while keeping daily production operations running smoothly and effectively.

What You Can Expect From the Role:

The responsibilities of the Plant Manager team member are as follows:

• Assist the Plant Manager in scheduling manufacturing activities based on customer releases to meet delivery requirements while minimizing inventory levels.
• Ensure production orders are processed in FIFO (First-In, First-Out) sequence unless operational or customer requirements dictate otherwise.
• Monitor daily production activities and review shift reports to identify and address operational concerns.
• Maintain effective communication with production employees and leadership to support efficient daily operations.
• Support attendance management, performance management, employee coaching, and corrective action processes.
• Motivate, mentor, and provide guidance to Production Supervisors and other production leadership staff.
• Ensure production teams comply with all safety policies, procedures, and training requirements.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality control plans and manufacturing standards.
• Participate in the review and disposition of non-conforming products and support corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
• Oversee product handling and storage practices to prevent damage and ensure proper inventory control.
• Support facility operations to ensure the plant meets manufacturing and operational requirements.
• Ensure work instructions, procedures, and documentation are available and followed on the production floor.
• Partner with Maintenance to ensure equipment is properly maintained and available to support production requirements.
• Ensure work-in-process materials are properly identified and tagged in accordance with company procedures and quality standards.
• Support compliance with IATF 16949 requirements, company policies, and customer expectations.

What Qualifications and Skills Do You Possess?

• High school diploma (Grade 12) required.
• Post-secondary education in a related field is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Production Supervisor in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Automotive manufacturing experience is considered an asset.
• Valid G driver's license with the ability to maintain driving privileges.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support daily production operations.
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality standards, and continuous improvement principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and production reporting tools.
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 quality standards and occupational health and safety requirements is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package for this critical role, including

• Salary Range: $74,000 to $90,000 annual Salary
• Extended Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, and Employee Assistance Program coverage
• Paid Vacation Days
• Professional Development program
• Registered Pension Plan after 6 months
• Life Insurance
• CSA approved safety footwear and any other safety equipment as deemed appropriate for the job and environment in question

Other Important Details You Need to Know:

• Travel may be required.
• You must be able to conduct presentations.
• Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computer and peripherals

Are you ready to COME GROW WITH US!?

Ground Effects Solutions. is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.