Director of Manufacturing

TRG is hiring for a well-established client in premium office furniture manufacturing, known for its commitment to quality craftsmanship, innovation, and scalable custom solutions for modern workplaces.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a results-driven operations professional who can elevate plant performance, strengthen cross-functional execution, and align production excellence with customer expectations and business growth

• Leading all manufacturing operations to ensure production, quality, safety, financial, and delivery objectives are consistently achieved
• Driving operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles, workflow optimization, equipment utilization, and plant layout improvement
• Managing and developing both salaried and unionized teams, including recruitment, training, performance management, coaching, and succession planning
• Collaborating with VP on strategic initiatives, expansion projects, automation investments, CNC technology implementation, material handling systems, and facility enhancement
• Developing and managing manufacturing budgets while monitoring key performance indicators such as labor efficiency, scrap reduction, quality performance, and on-time production
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Supporting sustainability initiatives through waste reduction and energy-efficient manufacturing practice
• Delivering operational reports and recommendations to executive leadership to support business growth and decision-making

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in industrial operations
• Strong background in high-mix, custom manufacturing environments (preferred: office furniture or similar industries)
• Deep knowledge of production systems, quality frameworks, and operational best practices
• Hands‑on experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (5S strongly preferred)
• Strong analytical skills in capacity planning, cost optimization, process improvement, and KPI management
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and health, safety, and environmental regulation

• A senior leadership role with direct impact on operational performance and strategic growth
• Opportunity to work in a high‑mix, custom manufacturing environment focused on quality and innovation
• Collaboration with an experienced executive leadership team driving continuous improvement and modernization
• A culture that values craftsmanship, accountability, and operational excellence
• Competitive compensation package
• Extended Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability Benefits
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunity

If you're ready to lead a high‑performing manufacturing operation and shape the future of a respected Canadian industry leader, we’d like to hear from you

Apply today or connect with us to learn more.