Manufacturing Manager

At NWI Precision , our name speaks to our purpose. With over four decades of excellence, we’ve earned global recognition for producing mission-critical components, helicopter masts, turbine shafts, engine thrust links, and nuclear pressure vessel components, for the aerospace and nuclear sectors. Every part we craft must meet uncompromising quality standards. Every delivery must be on time. And every process must be tightly controlled. That’s where you come in.

We are seeking an accomplished Manufacturing Manager to lead our CNC machining operations at our 120,000 sq. ft. advanced manufacturing facility in Toronto. This is more than a supervisory role, it’s a leadership opportunity for someone who thrives on driving performance, building high-functioning teams, and delivering complex machined components to some of the most demanding industries in the world.

Your Mission

As the Manufacturing Manager, you will oversee the strategic and day-to-day operations of our machining department. You’ll ensure precision, from scheduling to execution, and foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and accountability. You’ll collaborate across departments, guide your team’s development, and implement processes that make our operations stronger, leaner, and more effective.

What You’ll Lead and Deliver

• Direct all aspects of production scheduling to ensure timely, quality-driven delivery to customers.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies and external regulations, ensuring a safe, productive workplace.
• Oversee staffing and workforce planning, manage shift schedules, vacation planning, and skill deployment.
• Use data-driven insights to evaluate departmental performance and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production control to align priorities and resolve bottlenecks.
• Champion employee training and development, maintaining a robust skills matrix and onboarding program.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing efforts with measurable outcomes.
• Act as a cross-functional liaison to expedite work orders and maintain manufacturing momentum.
• Manage administrative tasks including timekeeping, payroll approvals, and vacation tracking.
• Drive a culture of engagement, coaching, and performance management with a focus on team success.

What You Bring

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing, with a strong preference for CNC machining environments.
• Expertise in production scheduling, workflow optimization, and shop-floor operations.
• Demonstrated success in managing teams, building training programs, and fostering accountability.
• Strong working knowledge of safety, compliance, and quality systems; AS9100, ISO9001, or NADCAP experience is an asset.
• Confident decision-making skills, strong conflict resolution, and clear communication at all levels.
• Technical aptitude with hands-on knowledge of machine tools, precision measuring, and machining practices.
• A mindset of continuous improvement, backed by the ability to analyze data, implement changes, and lead with purpose.

Your Impact

You will be at the heart of our mission, ensuring that our precision manufacturing capability not only meets but exceeds expectations. You’ll empower machinists, improve systems, and help deliver components that support aviation safety and nuclear reliability around the globe.

NWI Precision will make reasonable accommodations of an otherwise qualified employee or applicant for employment, unless undue hardship to NWI Precision would result. Any applicant or employee who requires accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a job should provide details to Human Resources.

NWI Precision is strongly committed to the recruitment, selection, development, and promotion of employees based on individual merit. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national original, age, or disability. We continually seek to build and maintain a workforce that reflects the customers and organizations we serve.

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