Job Description
Hours:
* Day Shift
* Mon to Fri
* 8am to 5pm
Overview
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing all manufacturing operations across the site. This role oversees a multidisciplinary team of approximately 40 employees and is accountable for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement across all manufacturing departments.
Scope of Responsibility
* Full responsibility for all manufacturing departments (e.g. Production, Assembly, Fabrication, Finishing, Packaging, Maintenance, and Stores as applicable)
* Team size: ~40 employees
* Budget and cost control responsibility for manufacturing operations
Key Responsibilities
* Overseeing the production process, working to the production schedule.
* Ensure planned KPI’s of efficiency and performance are met or exceeded.
* Track competencies of subordinates and provide leadership and development as required to achieve the objectives.
* Establish and maintain a standard of performance for the operation.
* Develop and track improvement in reduction of planned hours.
* Make sure that products are produced on time and are of good quality.
* Manage the adherence to prescribed procedures to ensure first pass quality meets or exceeds planned goals.
* Conduct Performance appraisal for direct reports & ensure it is done for the rest of the production areas.
* Ensure continual improvement with overall quality of product.
* Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies, systems and processes.
* Manage the manufacturing operation consistent with the company operating guidelines.
* Establish individual accountability using coaching and support and performance management process.
* Assess manufacturing operations staffing and skill requirements. Develop plans to address needs.
* Establish manufacturing priorities and allocate the resources.
* Ensure effective management of performance in the department to meet business needs.
Skills & Experience
Essential
* Proven experience as a Manufacturing Manager or Senior Production Manager
* Experience leading teams of 30+ employees
* Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations management
* Demonstrated leadership and people management capability
* Solid understanding of health & safety and quality systems
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Desirable
* Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma experience
* Engineering or technical background
* Experience in multi-shift or high-mix manufacturing environments
Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field
Personal Attributes
* Hands-on, visible leader on the shop floor
* Structured, data-driven, and results-focused
* Strong communicator at all levels
* Resilient, adaptable, and calm under pressure