Production Manager - Assembly

Job summary

Lead assembly and cable harnessing operations, managing production schedules, costs, resources, quality, safety, and on-time delivery. Improve operational performance through KPI analysis, Lean methods, team leadership, and collaboration with R&D and Engineering on manufacturable designs and production documentation.

Job details

BizLink elocab Ltd. is a cable and harnessing manufacturing firm with branches throughout the world. As a global supplier of wires, optical fibers, cables and cable systems, we have been keeping pace with the developments of the last few decades as our world has become more densely networked. BizLink elocab Ltd. (“BizLink Canada”), is located in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, and provides custom designed cable solutions for the Industrial and Healthcare markets. Summary: The Production Manager, Assembly, reporting directly to the Managing Director, is responsible for leading the assembly and cable harnessing operations. A primary focus of this role is the continuous development, efficiency increase, and process optimization of the assembly department to meet the exacting quality standards of our high-tech customer base. This position requires a strong hands-on mentality, a high degree of flexibility in decision-making, and an openness to learning and implementing new technical solutions. The successful candidate will develop strategic performance metrics consistent with company goals, and ensure team effectiveness through active leadership, coaching, and strategic talent management. Key responsibilities include: Establish and control production workflows to satisfy daily, monthly, and yearly schedules, ensuring all customer and quality specifications are met. Manage and control department operating costs, resource allocation, and minimize space usage. Oversee compliance with company policies and standards for quality, safety, waste reduction, and complete, on-time delivery. Actively drive efficiency increases and process optimizations tailored to complex, specialized cable assemblies. Develop, analyze, and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, scrap, and downtime to identify and execute improvement plans. Direct and facilitate ongoing continuous improvement processes by applying LEAN methodologies (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, VSM) for operational excellence. Supervise and motivate the assembly team to achieve and exceed their goals, providing a clear framework while fostering a culture of flexibility and independent decision-making. Provide leadership for employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and regular performance evaluations. Ensure that all employees strictly follow health & safety policies, regulations, and ethical standards. Demonstrate a hands-on approach and an open, eager mindset to tackle diverse new technical projects and customized interconnect solutions. Work closely with R&D and Engineering to ensure "design for manufacturability" principles are successfully applied to new prototypes and processes. Revise, update, and generate required documentation in support of manufacturing products, including BOMs, manufacturing instructions, and procedures. Qualifications & Competencies Post-secondary degree in Engineering, Business Administration (with a focus on Production/Operations Management), Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Strong business acumen combined with a solid technical understanding of complex manufacturing processes. Minimum of 5 years of experience in an electronic assembly or cable manufacturing production management role. Hands-on mentality combined with a strong willingness to learn, adapt, and drive new technological solutions. Sound analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to remain calm and poised in urgent situations. Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive deadlines simultaneously. Excellent communication and teamwork skills to build strong interdepartmental relationships. Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000, based on experience, seniority, including variable bonus Why work with us? Comprehensive health & dental Benefits, company events, Employee assistance program, On-site gym, On-site parking, Paid time off, RRSP Company Match Program, Vision care, company provided drinks including, tea, coffee, soft drinks etc., snacks including fruit, yogurt, ice cream, variable incentive program Check us out: elocab.bizlinktech.com BizLink elocab Ltd. is a diverse and equal opportunity employer. Please advise us if accommodation throughout the hiring and selection process is needed. Due to the large volume of applicants anticipated, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Bizlink elocab Ltd, Canada does not use AI in the hiring or interview process.

What you’ll do

Lead assembly and cable harnessing operations, managing production schedules, costs, resources, quality, safety, and on-time delivery. Improve operational performance through KPI analysis, Lean methods, team leadership, and collaboration with R&D and Engineering on manufacturable designs and production documentation.

Requirements

Requires a post-secondary degree in Engineering, Business Administration focused on Production or Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, along with at least five years of production management experience in electronic assembly or cable manufacturing. Candidates should bring technical and business acumen, analytical and project management skills, strong communication abilities, and a hands-on, adaptable approach.

Benefits

• Health Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Company Events
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-Site Gym
• On-Site Parking
• Paid Time Off
• RRSP Company Match Program
• Vision Care
• Company-Provided Drinks
• Snacks
• Variable Incentive Program

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Process Optimization · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Cost Control · Preferred
• Production Management · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Production Management
• Assembly Operations
• Cable Harnessing
• Production Workflow Management
• Cost Control
• Resource Allocation
• Process Optimization
• Key Performance Indicators
• Overall Equipment Effectiveness
• Lean Methodologies
• Continuous Improvement
• Team Leadership
• Coaching and Training
• Project Management
• Problem-Solving
• Design for Manufacturability

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Logistics
• Security & Safety