Director of Manufacturing

Overview

Director of Apparel Manufacturing & Distribution

Location:

Markham, ON (On-site)

We're hiring a Director of Apparel Manufacturing and Distribution for one of our clients in Markham. They specialize in:

• Technical outerwear (parkas, insulated jackets)
• Government and tactical gear (military, police, fire-resistant apparel)
• Custom and private label production for leading Canadian brands

• Factory Operations Leadership:
  Oversee day-to-day production across cutting, sewing, finishing, and packing
• Lead and develop a team of 200+ skilled workers
• Be present on the production floor daily to coach, troubleshoot, and strengthen execution discipline
• Drive output, quality control, and delivery performance

• Implement a scalable ERP/MES system to enable real-time production visibility
• Introduce Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent frameworks to increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Standardize workflows and improve production tracking and reporting
• Modernize piece work payroll structures and support automation initiatives

• Support the evolution of a clean, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment
• Improve communication, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration
• Build a culture where employees are proud to work, grow, and perform

• 10+ years of leadership experience in garment manufacturing
• Strong background in implementing piece work payroll systems and production automation
• Hands-on experience with ERP or MES systems in apparel environments
• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Floor-driven, team-building leadership style
• Experience in outerwear, uniforms, or technical/tactical apparel is a strong asset

If you are passionate about manufacturing, process improvement, and building high-performing teams, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.