Warehouse and Production Manager

Emerson; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Job summary

Emerson in Canada is seeking a Warehouse & Production Manager to lead the production and warehouse teams on the shop floor. You will focus on accuracy, throughput and safety while driving continuous improvement, coordinating across departments, and meeting customer requirements.

You will motivate, train and lead staff, develop schedules, and implement ISO standards and Lean practices to maximize efficiency and quality. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, collaboration and results.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of management experience for production and warehouse operations.
• Post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree from a recognized college or university.
• Oracle ERP experience required (Procurement, Materials Mgmt, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills to plan, prioritize and schedule.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to interact positively with coworkers and management.
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to teach new methods to others.
• Practices 5S+1 housekeeping throughout the facility.
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative in the workplace.
• Good knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and safety practices.
• Ability to conceptualize ideas to improve processes and support continuous improvement.
• MS Office knowledge (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship now and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Lead production and warehouse teams to meet standards of accuracy, performance and safety.
• Develop production plans, schedule personnel, assign priorities and monitor results.
• Improve systems and procedures, analyze practices, budgets and needs.
• Coordinate freight scheduling, export docs, and order tracking with Customer Service.
• Schedule and manage warehouse operations, resolve workflow issues and ensure timely delivery.
• Oversee shipping/receiving and resolve intercompany shipment issues.
• Organize workflow to meet customer requirements and monitor inventory adjustments.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse and Customer Service to optimize material flow.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities and implement improvement strategies to hit KPIs.
• Ensure shop-floor health & safety compliance and educate staff on safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

MS Office

Team management

Education

Post-secondary degree

Tools

Oracle ERP

5S+1 housekeeping

Job description

The Warehouse and Production Manager, under the direction of the Plant Manager, leads the production and warehouse team to ensure that accuracy, performance and production standards are met, with a focus on maintaining a safe work environment at all times. This role is responsible for the motivation, training, and leadership of the production and warehouse teams as well as the operational plans to meet and exceed customer requirements, while maximizing quality, proficiencies, throughput, and productivity of the location – requiring substantial time on the shop floor.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:

• Manage and synchronize employee productivity and accuracy across production, machine-shop, paint-shop, warehouse, shipping, receiving, plant-wide inventory functions in collaboration with other departments to ensure achievement of overall business objectives.

• Control and support production operations by developing production plans, scheduling and assigning personnel, establishing priorities, monitoring progress, revising schedules as needed, resolving issues, and reporting production results.

• Develop and continuously improve systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, control processes, budgetary requirements, and personnel needs while implementing process improvements and leading Continuous Improvement initiatives and ISO standards.

• Coordinate daily freight carrier scheduling and export documentation while managing back orders, waves, OSP, receiving, RMA, picking, and product receipts, and serving as a liaison with Customer Service regarding order tracking, changes, and expediting.

• Lead and support warehouse operations by scheduling and assigning personnel, establishing priorities, monitoring workflow, revising schedules, resolving operational issues, and ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently.

• Manage shipping and receiving activities, including short and over shipments and quality issues related to intercompany shipments, while coordinating with the appropriate personnel to identify and resolve issues.

• Organize departmental workflow and expedite orders to ensure timely delivery of products to the end user or customer while monitoring cycle counts and ensuring appropriate inventory adjustments and approvals.

• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, Customer Service, and other functions to coordinate material flow, resolve operational constraints, and support the timely execution of business and customer requirements.

• Develop strategies to identify process and cost-reduction opportunities, evaluate business risks, and implement strategically sound solutions to improve operational performance and achieve KPIs across all areas of responsibility.

• Ensure shop-floor Health & Safety compliance by maintaining a safe and clean work environment and educating and directing personnel on the proper use of equipment, control points, and resources in accordance with established policies and procedures.

WHO YOU ARE: You set objectives to align with broader organizational goals, breaking them down into appropriate initiatives and actions; stage activities with relevant milestones and schedules, and anticipate and adjust effective contingency plans. You readily take action on challenges, without unnecessary planning, displaying a can-do attitude in good times and bad times while stepping up to handle tough issues. You provide clear direction and accountabilities, delegate and distribute assignments and decisions appropriately and monitor progress by maintaining dialogue on work and results. You provide timely and helpful information and deliver messages in a clear, compelling and concise manner. You follow through on commitments and make sure others do the same. And you work cooperatively with others across the organization and gain the trust and support of others.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

• 6+ years of recent management experience with direct responsibility for both production operations and warehouse management within a Lean Manufacturing environment. Candidates must demonstrate substantial, hands‑on leadership experience in both areas.

• Relevant post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree from an accredited college or university.

• Oracle ERP systems experience is required (Procurement, Materials Management, etc.)

• Organizational skills are required to plan, set priorities, and schedule

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proven ability to interact positively with co-workers and management

• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to teach new methods to others

• Practices excellent housekeeping throughout the facility in alignment with 5S+1

• Has problem solving skills, strong initiative and the ability to apply them effectively in the workplace

• Good knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act is essential to support our 12 Safety Behaviors philosophy

• Ability to conceptualize new ideas to improve current processes, supports and creates an environment of continuous improvement and efficiency

• Demonstrable knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship now and in the future

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:

• Certified Supply Chain Professional certified (CSCP)

• Previous experience in an electrical environment is an asset

Our Culture & Commitment to You

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary/pay range for this role is $90,000 - $105,000 annually (not more than 50k difference)+ bonuses, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

We recognize that for our organization to support a diverse workforce, we must focus on employee wellbeing. We know that to do your best work, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a market-leading Registered Pension Plan, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Our goal is to offer a strong benefits foundation while allowing employees the flexibility to choose options that best suit their needs.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values) and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) .

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

At Emerson, we are committed to fair and transparent hiring practices. As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI-driven tools to assist in application screening and interview scheduling. AI may be used to analyze resumes and recommend candidates to job openings which may be considered based on Education, Skills and Experience. AI-assisted scheduling tools may be used to streamline interview coordination. AI is used as a tool to support, not replace, human decision-making in hiring. All AI-assisted recommendations are reviewed by a recruiter or hiring manager before final decisions are made. –

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WHY EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/careers/meet-emerson)

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award‑winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply including women, Aboriginal Peoples, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available at all stages of recruitment, selection, and employment.

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ABOUT EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/about-us)

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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Requisition ID : 26011845

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.