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Production Manager

Lead all manufacturing operations with a focus on production planning, scheduling, and facility management to ensure efficiency and quality. Oversee staff, manage production costs, and drive continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

  • On-site
  • Toronto, ON
  • Posted Jul 21, 2026
  • Apply by Oct 19, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead all facets of our manufacturing operations, with a core focus on production planning, forecasting, scheduling, and overall facility management. This role is critical in ensuring that manufacturing processes run efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, in-depth knowledge of production systems, and a proven track record in optimizing manufacturing performance through proactive planning, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities: 1. Production Management Provide direct leadership and oversight to all production-related activities across the facility. Ensure daily manufacturing operations align with company objectives for productivity, safety, quality, and cost. Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes. Lead shift supervisors, production leads, and frontline staff to ensure smooth execution of work orders. Collaborate with maintenance, quality, logistics, engineering, and EHS teams to ensure seamless operations. 2. Production Planning & Scheduling Develop and execute detailed short-, mid-, and long-term production plans based on customer demand, order backlog, and resource availability. Translate sales forecasts and customer orders into master production schedules (MPS) and material requirements plans (MRP). Prioritize and allocate resources to meet production targets, minimize downtime, and ensure on-time delivery. Monitor production progress daily and adjust plans proactively in response to bottlenecks, breakdowns, or material shortages. 3. Facility & Operations Oversight Ensure that facility infrastructure, equipment, and tools are maintained, serviced, and upgraded as needed to support uninterrupted operations. Ensure adherence to all workplace safety standards, emergency protocols, and environmental regulations. Partner with the Maintenance team to establish preventive maintenance programs and reduce unplanned downtime. 4. Staff Management & Leadership Supervise and mentor a team of supervisors, leads, and production personnel. Manage workforce planning, scheduling, and labor utilization to ensure adequate staffing levels. Drive employee engagement, accountability, and performance management initiatives. Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities to enhance workforce capability and morale. Ensure compliance with labor policies, health & safety regulations. 5. Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement Champion quality in every phase of the production process, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards. Work closely with Quality Assurance to monitor production output and minimize non-conformance. Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement tools to drive operational excellence. Lead root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) efforts to address production issues or quality defects. 6. Cost Management & Efficiency Optimization Monitor and control production costs including labor, materials, waste, and overtime. Drive productivity improvements and cost-saving initiatives without compromising safety or product quality. Analyze production KPIs (OEE, scrap rate, yield, lead time, etc.) and identify opportunities for improvement. 7. Reporting & Communication Prepare and present operational performance reports, including KPIs, to senior management. Communicate production updates, changes, and issues to internal stakeholders in a timely manner. Coordinate with Procurement, Inventory Control, Sales, and Logistics to align production with demand and supply chain operations. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or related field. 5–10 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing/production environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Strong experience with production planning, forecasting, scheduling, and full plant operations. Strong understanding of capacity planning, OEE, and manufacturing KPIs. Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What you’ll do

Lead all manufacturing operations with a focus on production planning, scheduling, and facility management to ensure efficiency and quality. Oversee staff, manage production costs, and drive continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Operations Management. Candidates need 5-10 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.

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  • Production Planning
  • Forecasting
  • Scheduling
  • Facility Management
  • Leadership
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Kaizen
  • Six Sigma
  • Capacity Planning
  • OEE
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Cost Management
  • Staff Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • MRP
  • MPS
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Operational Performance Management
  • Industry Standards
  • Accountability
  • Root Cause Corrective Action
  • Kaizen Methodology
  • Planning
  • Labor Compliance
  • Six Sigma Methodology
  • Management
  • Decision Making
  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Procurement
  • Continuous Improvement Process
  • Training And Development
  • Customer Demand Planning
  • Development Environment
  • Employee Engagement
  • Performance Management
  • Environmental Laws
  • Sales
  • Standard Operating Procedure
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Inventory Control
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Logistics Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Supply And Demand
  • Material Requirements Planning
  • Overall Equipment Effectiveness

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Additional details

Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum experience
5+ years
Apply by
Oct 19, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week