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Production and Inventory Lead

Job in Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for: MillerKnoll
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-10
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Operations Engineer, Manufacturing Operations / Plant Manager, Production Manager, Manufacturing Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Why join us?

Knoll uses modern design to connect people to their work, their lives, their world. Since 1938, we have been recognized internationally for creating workplace and residential furnishings that inspire, evolve, and endure.

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Knoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Knoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

POSITION SUMMARY

Working under the supervision of the Production and Inventory Manager, in the Supply Chain Team, the Production and Inventory Lead is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations by managing production schedules, monitoring inventory, maintaining system data accuracy, and driving process improvements. This role works cross-functionally with Operations to ensure timely order fulfillment, data integrity, and operational efficiency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Maintain and regularly update escalation list

  • Prepare and update daily operational reports, including late order tracking and reliability tracker

  • Review new item entries and ensure accuracy

  • Support assembly scheduling activities, including finite scheduling or providing backup coverage as required

  • Monitor and maintain on-time delivery dashboards

  • Conduct routine audits to identify system or order issues and initiate corrective actions

  • Provide support to Production Planners, Inventory Planners, and Scheduling by investigating errors, documenting resolutions, and covering during absences

  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency such as responding to PPS reports from Production

  • Investigate and support resolution of significant inventory variances in collaboration with Inventory Analysts

  • Participate in new system implementations and integration projects

  • Coordinate and manage vacation coverage to ensure continuity of operations

  • Monitor inventory on hold and coordinate the disposition of scrap parts from cancelled orders

  • Identify and address inventory with no active demand, particularly for make-to-order manufacturing items

  • Providing back-up support to management, including attending meetings and assisting with level-loading Assembly

  • Follow all Miller Knoll safety policies and protocols

  • Maintain a clean, safe, working environment according to 5s principles and department safety guidelines

  • Maintain and follow the ISO standard operating procedures

  • Participate in and contribute to the continuous improvement process

  • * Additional responsibilities as requested by Management to achieve business objectives.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education/Experience

  • Degree or Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain is an asset

  • Minimum 2 - 5 years of production planning, inventory, supply chain experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

  • Knowledge,

    Skills and Abilities

  • Experience with ERP systems or supply chain software is required

  • Must have intermediate or greater Microsoft Excel skills

  • Strong professional and work ethics, self-motivated, accountable and results oriented

  • Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors and suppliers

  • Must be proficient in English (both written and verbal)

  • Ability to consistently demonstrate a high attention to detail

  • PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT

    Physical Demands

  • Must be able to complete work tasks that require strong manual dexterity

  • Must be able to perform duties while wearing all necessary Personal Protective Equipment as determined by Miller Knoll’s Health and Safety department

  • Must be able to perform in an environment with high levels of exposure to manufacturing noise, dust and heat

  • Teamwork and Leadership

  • Willingness to cross-train in various areas and/or department as required

  • Able to work in a team environment and support a culture of respect and trust

  • Must be able to train back up operator to set up all equipment in area

  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment and lead others…

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