Prototype Project Manager

Create value at TC Transcontinental.

At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team.

We have been driving innovation since 1976.

Founded 50 years ago and 4,000 employees strong, Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B), known under the TC Transcontinental brand, is a Canadian retail marketing services company, Canada's largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Driven by the vision of a more informed, educated and prosperous society, TC Transcontinental propels its clients' success across the retail, education, book and information industries. With agility, creativity and boldness, we design and deliver innovative, high-value products and services.

We are looking for a Prototype First Off Project Manager. This position is responsible for the coordination of all Prototypes and First off projects, working with our scheduling, planning and manufacturing teams to help to drive completion. As well, help to drive product solutions where required.

This position is currently open and reflects a replacement position due to a departure

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $80,000 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity. This range is provided to ensure clarity and promote equitable access to employment opportunities.

Responsibilities

When your actions lead to success

• Project Orchestration: Manage up to 50 concurrent prototype projects, prioritizing high-value accounts and navigating ambiguous project briefs.
• Cross-Functional Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact between Engineering, Planning, Production, and Outside Suppliers to resolve daily production snags.
• Technical Documentation: Create, review, and distribute production dockets via PACE (ERP); ensure all out-of-scope costs and billables are captured.
• Production Pushing: Actively engage on the manufacturing floor to drive completion of "first-off" units, ensuring they meet structural and aesthetic requirements.
• Problem Solving & Innovation: Facilitate briefings for new projects and engage the Innovation team for specialized, non-standard builds.
• Client Management: Handle difficult customer issues regarding timing and feasibility, maintaining long-term relationships through transparent communication.
• Process Improvement: Actively participate in Continuous Improvement efforts to streamline the hand-off from prototype to full-scale production.

Qualifications

When your expertise drives us

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in Millwork, Metal Fabrication, or Print production.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret technical/CAD drawings and understand equipment limitations.
• Software: Proficiency in PC-based applications (Excel/Word) and experience with ERP systems (knowledge of PACE is a significant asset).
• Communication: Superior oral and written communication skills; ability to "translate" between technical staff and corporate clients.
• Soft Skills: High level of resilience, time management, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, "unstructured" environment.

When Benefits Really Help You Live Better

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

EEO

TC Transcontinental is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process.

TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.

We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environment—promoting dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for all, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact View email address on canada.jobradars.com.

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