In this Developmental Manager role, you will learn and develop the skills needed to schedule, coordinate and supervise production, molding and processing operations to meet production requirements and objectives on your shift. You will be available to work all shifts as needed to learn the process and engage with employees. Each area averages 10–18 employees. This is an on-site position at our Winnipeg plant, reporting to the General Manager.
Accountabilities
- Schedule, coordinate and supervise operations in your assigned area and shift to meet production requirements and objectives.
- Supervise and coordinate manpower requirements.
- Select, train and motivate a competent workforce to ensure an efficient, cost-effective operation.
- Maintain safety and good housekeeping standards.
- Manage employee issues effectively to promote good working relationships and fair, equitable solutions for the Company, coordinating with HR as needed.
- Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations or a related discipline.
- 5–7 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with EAF furnaces, tooling, Quality Control (including SPC), safety, maintenance, capital project management and foundry metallurgy.
- Excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills.
- Ability to train employees in the melting process.
Key Challenges
Challenges in this role include learning the wheel-making process and reinforcing the principles of SPC as part of the way of doing business on the shop floor.
Experience
Preferred
- 5 - 7 years: production, operations and manufacturing
Education
Preferred
Skills
Preferred
Behaviors
Preferred
- Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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