Production Manager

Production Manager

Global Tier 1&2 automotive supplier seeks Production Manager. This position is responsible for the management of production function, through first line supervision of 26 hourly production operators. Reviews all aspects of departmental performance with respect to budget financial plan, plant operating goals and develop continuous improvements plans.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure production schedules and quality requirements are met
• Oversees the daily on-floor operations of manufacturing
• Handle collective agreement issues as applicable including grievance matters
• Review all aspects of departmental performance with respect to budget, finance plan, plant operating goals, and develop continuous improvement plans
• Works with team to improve on efficiencies and processes
• Introduce team-based manufacturing concepts to production employees
• Member of Management Team responsible for planning, budgeting and implementing my client's Production System
• Responsible for implementation of safe work practices
• Will be responsible for key elements in the safety leadership program
• Responsible for prudent management of departmental budget including budget preparation and cost control
• Play an essential role in health & safety and quality audit process

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business
• Minimum of five years progressive experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least two years at the supervisory level, or equivalent education and experience
• Strong communication and demonstrable organizational and leadership skills
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate supervisory/managerial skills, including planning, leading, delegating, cost center management including budgeting, cost reduction plans, and customer quality requirements
• Knowledge of the requirements of collective agreements as applicable and health, safety and environment and employment legislation
• Good computer skills is an asset