Manufacturing Manager

Job summary

The Manufacturing Manager will lead production teams to achieve safety, quality, and productivity targets while developing production plans that align with customer requirements. They are responsible for monitoring operational performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and fostering a culture of accountability and engagement.

Job details

Our client is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to provide leadership across production operations while ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of products. This role is responsible for driving operational performance, supporting business growth, and developing a culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing leadership experience, a hands-on approach, and a passion for operational excellence. Your Success Will Be Defined By Your Ability To Lead production teams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets Develop production plans that align resources, capacity, and customer requirements Monitor operational performance and implement strategies to improve efficiency and profitability Support workforce planning, scheduling, and resource allocation across manufacturing operations Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process optimization and operational excellence Collaborate with quality, maintenance, and operations teams to improve performance and customer satisfaction Monitor key performance indicators and provide recommendations to support business objectives Champion workplace safety and promote a culture of accountability and engagement Lead, coach, and develop employees to support individual and team success Your strengths include: 5+ years of leadership experience within a manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of production planning, manufacturing operations, and process improvement Experience leading teams and driving performance in a fast-paced environment Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation Experience using ERP, MRP, or other manufacturing systems Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills Experience within machining, hydraulics, or a related industrial environment considered an asset Journeyman Machinist certification considered an asset If you are interested in this role and meet the above criteria, please click the "Apply" button to send your resume directly to Jason Dick, Chris Feng or Bobi-jo Warner. Recruitment Partners Inc. is an Alberta-based, Alberta-focused recruitment firm. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships while securing top talent for Alberta's best employers. At the heart of our efforts is a collaborative, consultative approach. We are proud of our team of consultants, who come with practical business experience, a strong network of professional contacts, and are focused on what is best for both clients and candidates. We will facilitate the best fit between client and candidate. This means reduced turnover, enhanced employee engagement, increased productivity, customer satisfaction, and more. Accounting & Finance - Engineering, Sales & Operations - HR & Office Support - Technology - Contingent Workforce - Executive Search Contact us today - Your Search Partner - www.recruitmentpartners.ca

What you’ll do

The Manufacturing Manager will lead production teams to achieve safety, quality, and productivity targets while developing production plans that align with customer requirements. They are responsible for monitoring operational performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and fostering a culture of accountability and engagement.

Requirements

Candidates must have 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment and strong knowledge of production planning and process improvement methodologies. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and the ability to interpret technical documentation are essential for this role.

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Process Optimization · Preferred
• Engineering Drawings · Preferred
• Production Planning · Preferred
• ERP systems · Preferred
• Operational Excellence · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Lean Manufacturing · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Manufacturing leadership
• Production planning
• Lean manufacturing
• Lean Six Sigma
• Continuous improvement
• Operational excellence
• Workforce planning
• Resource allocation
• Process optimization
• ERP systems
• MRP systems
• Technical documentation
• Engineering drawings
• Decision-making
• Team development

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Consulting

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