Manager, Production

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.

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Entegris Canada - Toronto

This role is a people‑focused leadership position responsible for building, developing, and sustaining a high‑performing production organization. The Production Manager prioritizes employee engagement, supervisor capability, performance management, and leadership consistency across all shifts. Success is achieved by coaching and developing the production team, reinforcing a strong safety culture, and ensuring clear accountability and effective communication throughout the organization. The manager achieves production objectives related to safety, quality, audit readiness, cost control, on‑time delivery, and customer service through effective leadership rather than direct technical execution.

They apply proven practices in planning, organization, problem‑solving, and collaboration to optimize the use of resources and drive consistent performance.

• Lead, coach, and develop Production Supervisors and Team Leads across all shifts to ensure consistent leadership capability, sound decision‑making, and recognition of team success. Collaborate cross‑functionally within manufacturing to address and resolve production issues.
• Proactively address employee performance concerns through timely, well‑documented coaching. Ensure corrective action plans are objective, clearly documented, and delivered in a timely and respectful manner.
• Interview, onboard, coach, and develop employees, and conduct timely and effective performance reviews.
• Maintain a strong presence on the production floor through regular off‑shift engagement, including early mornings, nights, and weekends, to verify standards and reinforce a strong safety culture.
• Champion safety programs, processes, procedures, and tools, ensuring initiatives to improve workplace safety are effectively implemented. Actively participate in and promote employee involvement in Safety Leadership Team (SLT) initiatives, company‑sponsored safety programs, and 5S activities.
• Conduct audits and oversee production processes and employees to ensure product quality and compliance with established standards, focused audits, and work practices. Monitor documentation and electronic transactions to ensure the accuracy of work orders and inventory records.
• Work closely with Scheduling to balance production plans and support on‑time shipping goals. Partner with Schedulers to develop and implement action plans to address schedule disruptions.
• Own production‑related cost performance for the operating area, including labor efficiency, overtime, yield, scrap, rework, and downtime.
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement continuous process improvements.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 4 years of experience leading and developing people and teams; chemical manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success building leadership capability and developing talent for the future.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to partner and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Experience fostering innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Ability to lead with both tenacity and humility in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Strong customer‑centric mindset with the ability to balance operational and people priorities.
• Ability to make timely, data‑driven decisions in a fast‑paced setting.
• Experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and standard manufacturing business tools; strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including off‑shift support, as required in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean Sigma Champion training or certification required (must be completed if not already…