Operations Manager

InVision is a Professional Recruitment Firm involved in Engineering, Industrial/Skilled Trades, Information Technology and Professional Services within Canada and the U.S. We have a successful track record working on both small and large recruitment projects, across North America.

Our client, a leading Canadian manufacturer of electrical and utility products and custom metal-fabricated solutions. The company serves customers across the electrical, utility, industrial, energy, telecommunications, transportation, and other specialized markets.

They currently looking for a Operations Manager to join their growing team.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership and direction for daily manufacturing and operational activities.
• Oversee Production, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Shipping/Receiving, and Maintenance functions.
• Develop and implement operational strategies that improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and profitability.
• Establish, monitor, and improve key operational KPIs, including production output, labour efficiency, scrap, downtime, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Ensure production schedules are achieved while maintaining customer commitments and quality standards.
• Optimize the use of labour, equipment, materials, and production capacity.
• Identify production bottlenecks and implement practical solutions to improve workflow and throughput.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement, waste reduction, and process optimization initiatives.
• Work closely with Engineering to improve manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and product manufacturability.
• Partner with Quality to maintain high product standards and support ISO 9001 requirements.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Supply Chain to ensure appropriate availability of materials and components.
• Work with Shipping and Receiving to ensure accurate and timely movement of materials and finished products.
• Review operational performance, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets while identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety requirements, environmental regulations, and applicable industry standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and employees to build a high-performing manufacturing team.
• Participate in recruitment, performance management, training, succession planning, and employee development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with Sales and Engineering to support customer requirements, special projects, and new product introductions.
• Provide regular operational reporting and recommendations to senior management.
• Support strategic initiatives and other projects as required.

Qualifications:

• Bahcelor or Post-secondary education in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related discipline is preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive manufacturing/operations management experience, ideally within a metal fabrication, electrical products, industrial equipment, or similar manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing multiple manufacturing functions and cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining/punching, laser cutting, brake forming, welding, fabrication, powder coating, and assembly is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency programs.
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 environment is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, capacity planning, labour utilization, and cost control.
• Experience establishing and managing operational KPIs.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, including budgeting and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong computer skills and experience working with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.

Employment Rewards:

• Opportunity to gain experience fulfilling a wide variety of tasks
• Permanent position, providing a long-term opportunity with growth potential
• Benefits

Application Process:

All Qualified candidates will be contacted.

InVision is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind:

It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.