Production Manager – MLM

Production Manager – MLM

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of people management experience, or Master’s degree with 7+ years in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a high-performance manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and competing priorities.
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinker with sound decision-making skills and a track record of driving change.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital manufacturing tools.
• Bilingual (English and French) considered an asset, with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Resilient, adaptable, and results-focused with a positive and proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of supervisors to execute safe, efficient, and high-quality production operations.
• Ensure full compliance with EH&S policies and cultivate a proactive safety and risk-prevention culture.
• Oversee on-time delivery, quality, and performance metrics for your production portfolio.
• Manage daily floor presence—supporting, mentoring, and holding teams accountable to commitments and standards.
• Resolve real-time operational challenges, provide resources, and guide teams toward consistent execution.
• Drive accountability and build team capability through clear expectations, coaching, and feedback.
• Lead difficult conversations with professionalism and empathy to promote individual growth and team alignment.
• Champion and implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices.
• Optimize the use of materials, equipment, and workforce through strategic planning and effective resource management.
• Support the introduction of new products and digital tools to modernize operations.
• Contribute to the business’s long-term strategy (1–5–10 years) by setting ambitious goals and identifying growth opportunities.
• Manage labor relations effectively with transparency and consistency.
• Own and manage an operational budget, identifying and executing opportunities for cost savings and productivity improvements.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to meet Plant 32 Roadmap objectives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, ethics, and customer-first mindset across your area of responsibility.
• Motivate and influence others to reach their full potential and contribute to a high-performing culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English and French) considered an asset.