Lead production ops at unionized plant delivering high‑voltage power transmission products.
8 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
Onsite
Company Size
2,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
High‑Voltage Grid Components Manufacturing
Bushings Production
Instrument Transformers
Coil Products
Sustainability / REGENERA™ Solutions
Energy Transmission Technology
HVDC Transmission Products
Global Sales & Support
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Power Transmission
Infrastructure
Industrial
Public Sectors
Utilities
Role
Description
production ops
kpi monitoring
workflow standardization
lean improvement
capacity planning
compliance management
Ensure full compliance with Ontario labour laws, OHSA, and ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001).
Engage in strategic planning and execution with senior management, contributing operational insights and supporting initiatives such as shift expansion and capacity growth.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Warehouse, Project Management, and HR to improve efficiency and resolve issues.
Maintain a positive and productive union-management relationship, partnering with HR to address grievances and conduct investigations.
Administer WSIB and return-to-work programs, and oversee short- and long-term disability case management.
Lead and manage all production operations to achieve safety, quality, cost, inventory, and delivery targets.
Monitor and report on key production metrics and KPIs; analyze trends, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.
Oversee daily activities across shifts, ensuring execution of production schedules and on-time delivery of customer projects.
Standardize production workflows and implement best practices to support long-term scalability.
Lead workforce planning, hiring, training, and performance management of supervisors and frontline employees.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging Lean tools, 5S, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Requirements
iso 9001
osha
six sigma
engineering degree
10+ years
lean
Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, OHSA, and relevant compliance standards.
Proven success leading growth initiatives such as shift expansion, factory scale-up, or capacity increases.
Demonstrated success in production management, quality improvement, and cost control.
Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent CI training (preferred).
Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business.
Experience implementing Lean principles, leading safety programs, and developing high-performing teams.
Background in custom or project-based manufacturing environments is preferred.
10+ years of experience in assembly manufacturing and operations leadership.
Benefits
You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies
Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology
The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
€533M Sales
Annual Revenue
The company achieved €533 million in sales for 2023, showing strong financial performance.
€585M Refinancing
Refinancing for Expansion
Received €585 million in refinancing to fuel expansion and research and development efforts.
15% Growth
Growth Rate
The company maintained an average annual growth rate of 15% prior to the carve-out.
70 Years
Years of Expertise
Celebrated 70 years since Trench Austria's inception, from a small garage to a global leader.
Born from a Siemens carve-out on April 1, 2024, united legacy brands Trench and HSP to reboot a century-old high-voltage heritage.
Today it’s a global leader in bushings, coils, and instrument transformers, shipping REGENERA™ eco-oriented products.
Operates nine factories (Austria, Bulgaria, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy) and four sales hubs including Raleigh (USA) and Kuala Lumpur.
Typical projects include bespoke high-voltage components for transmission grids and HVDC systems worldwide.
Culture + Values
Over 100 years
Experience and legacy
The company has a long-standing tradition of innovation and expertise, grounded in a century of experience.
UNSTOPPABLE INNOMAKERS: We experience innovation every day as a mix of vision and knowledge, transformed into reality through engineering, technology, digitalisation, and communication.
COMMITTED PARTNERS: Our relationships are based on the principles of transparency, responsibility, respect and integrity: this is our Code of Ethics that we apply in every aspect of our work.
CONSCIOUS FUTURE BUILDERS: Together with our business partners, we drive the change for a greener future. For us, sustainability is a fundamental asset: our daily decisions are based on principles of responsibility and respect for our planet and all living beings.
KEEN ACHIEVERS: We work with passion to constantly raise the level of our performance based on professionalism, responsibility, determination, and credibility.
GLOBAL PLAYERS: We believe that one of our greatest strengths is the uniqueness of our people who come from all over the world, with their wealth of knowledge, culture and experiences.
Environment + Sustainability
438k kWh Saved
Energy Efficiency Initiative
Annual energy savings through LED lighting projects, divided into three phases.