Operations Manager

Our mission is to be a customer-focused team of employees committed to creating quality products through training and innovation. The growth and financial responsibility of our company are driven by the decisions we make and the relationships we build with our employees and customers through our involvement in our community. To find out more about us visit: https://meridianmfg.com/about-us/

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager in our Regina, SK manufacturing facility!

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing activities in pursuance of business goals. Includes development of policies and procedures designed to increase productivity, assure quality, and mitigate production problems. To this end, the Operations Manager will improve throughput and other in-house processes with the objective of reducing overall costs and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Core Competencies

• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Staff Management
• Planning and Organizing
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability

Job Duties

• Provide leadership, direction, encouragement, and support to all production leadership in the execution of their responsibilities
• Manage long-term strategic plans and tactical implementation of production systems across the enterprise.
• Oversee Health & Safety personnel to ensure safe work procedures are being promoted, supported, and enforced
• Ensure ongoing compliance with local, national, and international standards and legislation.
• Work in conjunction with Quality Assurance & Design personnel to ensure quality standards are being promoted, supported, and enforced
• Oversee the Maintenance department to ensure plant equipment is being monitored, maintained, and upgraded as needed.
• Oversee warranty and service requirements and approvals.
• Work in conjunction with Human Resource personnel to develop a positive culture, identify staffing needs, staff development opportunities, and initiate discipline as needed.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of all manufacturing process initiatives to optimize personnel efficiencies, plant utilization, and minimize input costs.
• Determine optimum manufacturing processes and raw material usage.
• Provide leadership in process development and continuous improvement by integrating proven tools (e.g. Lean, TWI, Kaizen, etc.) to existing processes.
• Identify appropriate capital investments as needed, create business case, and present to Director of Operations.
• Provide production, cost analysis, and time study reports as required by senior management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of direct work experience with steel manufacturing production systems, regulations, guidelines, and associated standards.
• Strong inventory, production, and management skills.
• Must possess excellent communication skills for liaising and communicating with production workers, senior management, and internal departments.
• Training and knowledge of Six Sigma techniques, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing are desirable.
• Highly motivated and self-directed capable of multi-tasking, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Moderate level of proficiency with Microsoft Office productivity suite.
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Working Conditions

• Primary an office environment, some travel will be required.
• Ability to use manufacturing equipment, desktop computer and peripherals.
• Overtime as required.

Meridian Manufacturing Inc., supports employees and candidates by providing reasonable accommodations in the workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.