Production Manager

Description

• Oversee manufacturing operations including management of production personnel across two shifts.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and work closely with the Quality department to resolve product issues.
• Identify opportunities to optimize the production process and reduce cost.
• Provide recommendations to enhance the business to handle projected growth.
• Work with internal engineering in a hands-on approach to resolve technical challenges associated with manufacturing customized equipment.
• Ensure timely execution of work orders with optimal use of manpower, materials and equipment.
• Role model the right behaviors and promote a culture of safety and ensure adherence to all health, safety, and environment regulations, along with participating in safety audits and supporting incident investigations.
• Develop strong working relationships with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, Customer Service and Engineering to understand and anticipate needs and to enhance business processes.
• Manage, train, and coach manufacturing staff to achieve short and long-term performance goals.
• Analyze data to monitor performance against KPIs (safety, cost/efficiency, downtime, output, quality) and identify actions to close the gap.

Requirements

• Familiarity with ISO9001 and ISO14001.
• Electrical equipment manufacturing background is an asset.
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
• Experience: 5+ years of management/supervision in an industrial environment. Make to order/ Engineer to order manufacturing background preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Previous experience of continuous improvement through design and/or manufacturing optimization.
• Effective communication skills, both intra- and interdepartmentally.
• Ability to travel to international destinations; must possess and maintain a valid passport for international travel.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering or a related discipline. Mechanical or Industrial Engineering may also be considered.
• This role is located in an office environment, with frequent visits to manufacturing floors.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Understanding of transformer designs and manufacturing workflow, along with resolving production issues.

Benefits

• Powersmiths offers an interesting, innovative work environment, competitive salaries and a competitive benefits package.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance