Job Summary
We are seeking a driven and hands-on Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead production operations, oversee machine setup activities, and drive continuous improvement across our manufacturing facility. This role is ideal for a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can motivate teams while ensuring production targets, quality standards, and operational efficiency are consistently achieved.
The successful candidate will play a critical leadership role on the production floor — coordinating people, processes, and equipment to optimize performance, reduce downtime, and support business growth. Experience setting up and managing manufacturing machinery, leading teams, and improving workflows is essential.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily manufacturing operations to ensure production goals, quality standards, and delivery timelines are achieved.
- Oversee machine setup, changeovers, troubleshooting, and production readiness to maximize uptime and efficiency.
- Supervise and support production teams, providing leadership, direction, and accountability on the floor.
- Coordinate production schedules, workflow, staffing, and material availability.
- Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and equipment issues, implementing corrective actions and process improvements.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Monitor KPIs, production metrics, downtime, and operational performance, reporting results to management.
- Collaborate with maintenance, logistics, purchasing, and quality teams to support smooth operations.
- Train, mentor, and develop operators and supervisors to build a high-performing production team.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, waste reduction, and operational excellence.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education in Operations Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent industry experience).
- 3+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong experience with machine setup, production operations, and manufacturing workflows.
- Proven ability to lead teams, solve problems, and drive operational improvements.
- Experience working with production scheduling, inventory systems, and ERP/MRP software is an asset.
- Strong organizational, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong understanding of workplace safety, quality standards, and lean manufacturing principles preferred.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a proactive leader who takes ownership, leads by example, and knows how to keep production running efficiently. If you have experience setting up machines, leading teams on the floor, and driving operational success, we want to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Woodbridge, ON L4L 7Z4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Manufacturing facility: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
