Senior Operations Manager

Lincoln Electric; Toronto; On-site; CAD 129,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in welding solutions, headquartered in Toronto, seeks a Senior Director of Operations to oversee divisional objectives and performance monitoring. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in operations management and proven abilities in leadership, communication, and strategic planning. Competitive pay range from $129,000 to $179,000 CAD with a 20% bonus target, plus excellent benefits including medical and dental coverage. Join a forward-thinking company committed to safety and development.

Benefits

Annual bonus plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Senior Level Operations Management role.
• Experience in leading a non-union and ISO certified manufacturing operation.
• Strong ability to relate to all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for divisional objectives and performance monitoring.
• Coordination of division planning, operations, administrative and financial control.
• Preparation of reports including budgets, strategic plans, and forecasts.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Well-developed verbal and written communication skills

Ability to lead a management team

Strong judgment and product development skills

Good computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office

Education

Undergrad University Degree

Professional accreditation in Engineering or Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Toronto - 179 Wicksteed

Pay Range: $129,000 - $179,000 CAD

Bonus: 20% target

Summary

Indalco Alloys is the aluminum weld wire division of Lincoln Electric which produces all of the aluminum weld wire Lincoln Electric distributes around the world. Indalco is recognized as the world’s only fully integrated manufacturer of a range of continuous cast aluminum rod and aluminum weld wire products. Indalco manufactures all products under the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.

In addition to competitive pay, Lincoln Electric offers an annual bonus plan, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and many more outstanding benefits!

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for divisional objectives; monitoring performance against established objectives; coordinating division planning, operations, administrative and financial control activities and directing all divisional management (Safety, Quality, Production & Sales). Coordinates division operations with appropriate senior management.
• Responsible for formulating and recommending divisional strategies to the Senior Director of Operations, Canada Welding and Executive Leadership Team in Cleveland, Ohio.
• To participate as an active member of the Executive Committee and contribute to the general management of the Company in conjunction with other senior management assigned to the Executive Committee and Leadership Team.
• To prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports including budgets, strategic plans, forecasts, statistics, analyses and financial information in conjunction with ongoing business requirements, priorities, policies and procedures.
• Develop and manage annual operating plans/capital projects and execute action plans that drive efficiencies, achieve quality standards and comply with all regulatory requirements and organizations.
• Execute the responsibilities of a Company director according to lawful and ethical standards, as referenced in Lincoln Electric Corporate Code of Conduct and Ethics, Compliance and all applicable legislation related to the global business of Indalco Alloys
• Maintain and develop organizational culture, values and reputation in its markets and with all staff, customers, suppliers, partners and regulatory/official bodies
• Maintain awareness and knowledge of contemporary operational development theory and methods and provide suitable interpretation to the managers and staff within Indalco
• To report directly to the Senior Director of Operations, Canada Welding on an ongoing basis and communicate all relevant matters pertaining to finance, manufacturing and sales.
• To oversee and collaborate with the Leadership Team and Managers at all levels on matters pertaining to the business operations.
• To actively participate in company, staff or individual one-on-one meetings on an ongoing basis for the purposes of effective teamwork, enhanced communication and progressive co-operation strategies within the department, as well as other departments across the Company.
• To continually contribute to the profitability of Indalco Alloys and the Company and ongoing business operations by supporting, initiating, recommending and implementing continuous improvement strategies and initiatives.
• To fully abide and actively support Lincoln Electric’s and Indalco Alloys Environmental Health & Safety policies, practices and procedures with respect to protecting the environment, the conservation of nature resources and the Health & Safety of all employees.
• To conduct any general duties, specific projects and responsibilities as assigned, or required by the Senior Director of Operations, Canada Welding of Lincoln Electric Company of Canada in a timely and professional manner.

Required Experience & Education

• Undergrad University Degree (MBA would be a strong asset)
• Professional accreditation in either Engineering or Finance is also a strong asset
• Demonstrated experience in Senior Level Operations Management role
• Strong business acumen, judgment and product development skills
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to relate to all levels of the Global Organization as well as outside vendors, customer and consultants
• Strong ability to provide sound leadership and build a highly engaged management team and workforce
• Good computer skills especially with Microsoft Office. SAP experience is an asset coupled with excellent data management (spreadsheet) and query skills.
• Experience in leading a non-union and ISO certified manufacturing operation

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.