Production Manager

In the context of the construction and launch of a new factory scheduled officially for spring 2026, we are looking for a Production Manager. Prior to the official launch, the Production Manager will have the opportunity to undergo specific training for a duration of 6 to 12 months, involving travel between the future factory and our sister facility located in Drummondville, Quebec. He will also participate in the planned test startup in the spring of 2026.

The Production Manager oversees and supports the production teams in various sections of the factory. The role entails ensuring the department’s objectives (quality, safety, productivity, production costs) are met and serving as a reference for the employees. Vigilance, in-depth knowledge of facilities, and strong safety leadership are crucial for this position.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage employees under supervision, including recruitment, performance monitoring, mentoring, and training oversight.
• Ensure the achievement of goals related to health, safety, environment, quality, raw material consumption, performance, equipment maintenance, and production volumes.
• Plan production in manufacturing units to meet customer needs while maintaining optimal inventory.
• Contribute to the development of best practices within teams, ensure dissemination, and monitor implementation.
• Define and monitor the operational budget (labor, energy, consumables, etc.).
• Maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) in each area of responsibility and communicate with the site director regarding team performance (positive and negative).
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within teams, participate in setting priorities, and disseminate information.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to facilitate interventions and manage personnel during major interventions.
• Analyze variances and improvement opportunities to define and present action or improvement plans to the plant director.
• Collaborate with various departments in preparing, planning, executing, and monitoring R&D tests.
• Collaborate with different departments to support the implementation of industrial projects, whether minor or major.
• Participate in investment plans and justify requests.
• Perform any other tasks necessary for the smooth operation of operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Engineering degree or other relevant areas (college or university).

Your Knowledge

• 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge (an asset).
• French and Spanish (an asset).

Your Skills and Attitudes

• Natural leader and effective communicator.
• Meticulous and performance-oriented.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
• Commitment and openness to change.
• Good listening skills and a team player.
• Good time and stress management.
• Proactive.

Working Conditions

• 40 hours per week
  • Flexible hours to provide support to all work teams when necessary.
• Available for travel while the facility is being built and some occasional travel after.
• Bright working environment in a new factory.
• Supervision of 20 production employees.

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