Manufacturing Manager

Job description: The OpportunityThe Manufacturing & Distribution Manager will oversee approximately 40-50 employeesthrough a team of supervisors and operational leaders across manufacturing anddistribution functions.This individual will be responsible for ensuring safe and efficient day-to-day operationswhile also leading longer-term initiatives related to continuous improvement,automation, KPI development, production planning, process optimization, andoperational scalability. The role requires a leader who can build trust with long-tenuredemployees while helping guide the organization through operational change andmodernization initiatives.The successful candidate will bring a highly collaborative leadership style, strongmanufacturing and distribution expertise, and the ability to mentor supervisors whiledriving accountability and operational performance improvements.Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and oversight for manufacturing, warehousing, shipping, anddistribution operations Ensure compliance with Workplace Health & Safety legislation, environmentalregulations, and company policies and procedures Lead and support supervisors and operational teams Monitor and improve operational KPIs including production output, throughput,efficiency, scheduling, and service levels Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives, Lean Manufacturingpractices, and process optimization strategies Support automation initiatives, equipment implementation, and capital projects Collaborate closely with various teams to ensure production and distributionalignment Oversee production scheduling and shipping priorities to support distributioncentres across Canada Manage operational budgets, capital expenditures, and departmental spending Support succession planning, cross-training initiatives, and development ofstandard operating procedures to preserve operational knowledge and improveworkforce flexibility Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, engagement, andcontinuous improvement Establish and maintain strong working relationships with vendors, contractors,and external partnersCompensation Competitive base salary of $120,000$130,000 Performance-based bonus opportunity Pension program Comprehensive health and benefits packageWhy this Opportunity? Senior operational leadership opportunity with an established Canadian employer Collaborative and team-oriented culture with strong employee tenure and long-term career stability Opportunity to lead both manufacturing and distribution operations withsignificant organizational impact Supportive leadership team committed to continuous improvement and employeedevelopment Professional development and education support Opportunity to influence operational strategy, succession planning, and futureprocess improvementsTo apply or discuss this opportunity please contact Brian Small with Prime ManagementGroup Inc. at Voir email sur jobs-cast.com or 226-289-1037Prime Management Group Inc. does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess,or select candidates. Candidate applications are reviewed by a senior PrimeManagement Group Inc. Executive Search Consultant as part of our recruitmentprocess. Qualifications: Qualifications? 8-10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience within aproduction or industrial environment preferred? Experience in custom batch building? Experience leading manufacturing and/or distribution operations within paint,chemical, industrial, automotive, consumer products, packaging, or relatedcontinuous manufacturing environments considered an asset? Strong leadership capabilities with experience coaching supervisors and leadingoperational teams through change? Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement,KPI development, and operational performance management? Exposure to industrial automation, process improvement, and capital projectimplementation? Strong understanding of production scheduling, inventory management,warehousing, and distribution operations? Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solvingskills? Strategic thinker with the ability to balance short-term operational priorities withlong-term operational planning? Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics consideredan asset? College Diploma or University Degree in Engineering, Operations Management,Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or a related field considered an asset Why is This a Great Opportunity: Manufacturing and Distribution ManagerBrantford, OntarioOn behalf of our client, Prime Management Group Inc. is recruiting an experienced andstrategic Manufacturing and Distribution Manager for an operation located inBrantford, Ontario. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this highly visibleleadership role oversees manufacturing, warehousing, shipping, and distributionoperations.This role is viewed as a critical operational leadership position within the organizationand is ideal for an authentic and collaborative manufacturing leader who thrives in afast-paced production environment, values continuous improvement, and can effectivelybalance operational accountability with strong people leadership.Salary Type : Annual SalarySalary Min : CA$ 100000Salary Max : CA$ 125000Currency Type : CAD