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General Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Job in Dauphin, Brandon, Manitoba, Canada
Listing for: Red Whale Capital
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-20
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Production Manager, Operations Manager, Operations Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Dauphin

Overview

We are seeking a senior operations leader to oversee and scale our manufacturing operations. This role can be structured as either a Director of Manufacturing Operations or General Manager
, depending on experience.

The successful candidate will lead a team of approximately 20–40 production employees
, driving performance across production, safety, quality, and continuous improvement while aligning day‑to‑day operations with broader business objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a manufacturing team of 20–40 production employees
    , including supervisors and team leads
  • Own day-to-day plant operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, safety, and on-time delivery
  • Develop and execute operational plans aligned with company growth and profitability goals
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean manufacturing, process optimization, cost reduction)
  • Oversee production planning, staffing, scheduling, and capacity management
  • Monitor and improve key KPIs: productivity, labor efficiency, scrap, rework, and delivery performance
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and quality standards
  • Collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, logistics, and sales teams
  • Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning
  • Build a strong performance culture through coaching, accountability, and clear expectations
Qualifications
  • 7+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience leading teams of 20+ production employees
  • Background in HVAC, mechanical, or industrial manufacturing preferred
  • Strong operational, people management, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with production scheduling, inventory control, and ERP/MRP systems
  • Hands‑on leader comfortable on the production floor
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)
  • Performance‑based bonus potential
  • Benefits package
  • Stable, growing manufacturing operation
  • Opportunity to shape operations and grow into a broader GM role
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