Manufacturing Process Manager

Who we are

At Volant, we believe in doing the right things for the right reasons and continuously strive to improve the health, safety, and environmental contributions that our products and services make to the well construction process. Specializing in casing system installation, we’re focused on transforming the way oil, gas and geothermal wells are constructed by improving safety, efficiency and well integrity. Deeply rooted in technology, our capabilities derive from designing and manufacturing equipment that makes our customers work safer, easier, and more productive by removing people from harm’s way, advancing industry practices, and reducing environmental impacts during the well construction process and for the life of the well.

We know that people are more valuable than things and that strong and effective teams are key to our success. We value contributions from every employee and leverage accountability, in a context of trust, to create an atmosphere where everyone can learn, grow, and be respected. We are seeking passionate individuals who are committed to innovation, quality, safety, and a collaborative work environment.

Your role with us

Reporting to the Manufacturing Operations Manager, the Manufacturing Process Manager leads the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes for machined parts and assemblies, including CNC programming, router set-up and maintenance, software, and oversight of metrology solutions. The Manufacturing Process Manager works cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and implement advanced manufacturing methodologies that align with business objectives, ensuring that processes are scalable, cost-effective, and of the highest quality, supporting new product development and ongoing production.

You will bring to the role

• Minimum 10 years of experience working in a CNC manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading and developing a team.
• Post secondary education in a related field.
• Strong understanding of machining principles, engineering design, and product development lifecycle processes, with the ability to integrate manufacturability into design and development phases.
• Extensive experience developing, optimizing, and scaling manufacturing processes for complex precision-machined and assembled components, with a demonstrated ability to improve quality, efficiency, and production throughput in a high-specification manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in CNC machining operations, including lathes, mills, and multi-axis equipment, with hands-on experience in machine set-up, programming, troubleshooting, and process optimization using industry-standard software such as Mazatrol, EIA, Vericut, CIMCO, Mastercam, and SolidWorks. Including experience in the following:
• Tooling selections and optimization.
• Surfacing and profiling.
• Macro and parametric programming.
• Strong working knowledge of CMM inspection, including programming, measurement analysis, and interpretation of dimensional inspection reports, is considered a strong asset.
• Strong understanding of ERP manufacturing data, costing, routings, scheduling, and make-versus-buy analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, including experience with root cause analysis, process troubleshooting, and lean manufacturing.

What we offer you

• A culture that values you, your collaboration, and your expertise
• Mentoring opportunities
• Training and Development Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, plus Health and Personal Spending Accounts.
• A company matching RRSP plan
• An Employee and Family Assistance plan
• Profit-sharing program
• On site parking
• Long service awards
• Social Committee and Company Events

How to join our team

Please submit your resume to ***email_hidden*** and reference competition number VOL-26-30.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.