Manufacturing Manager

Position Overview:

Position Overview

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We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Project Management Office (PMO) and lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of manufacturing and capital projects.

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This role will oversee projects ranging from facility improvements and manufacturing line installations to operational readiness and strategic business initiatives. The successful candidate will serve as a key partner to Operations Leadership, providing project oversight, governance, financial management, reporting, and cross-functional coordination.

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The ideal candidate combines proven project management expertise, strong manufacturing experience, and exceptional analytical capabilities.

Project Leadership & Execution

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Lead and manage projects from initiation through closeout following PMO governance standards and project management best practices.

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Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, issues, and stakeholder expectations.

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Develop project charters, execution plans, communication plans, risk registers, and status reports.

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Drive accountability across internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.

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Manage multiple projects simultaneously while aligning with organizational priorities.

Manufacturing & Operational Readiness

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Coordinate project activities within manufacturing and industrial environments.

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Support manufacturing line installations, equipment implementation, commissioning, and startup activities.

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Work with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless implementation and handover.

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Facilitate transition from project execution to operational ownership.

Capital Budget & Data Management

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Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial reporting.

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Utilize advanced Excel, Power BI, and project controls tools to deliver KPI dashboards and executive reporting.

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Analyze project performance data, trends, risks, schedule metrics, and cost performance.

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Lead variance analysis and provide recommendations to leadership.

Stakeholder & Executive Communication

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Serve as the primary liaison between Operations, Engineering, Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing Leadership, and Executive Management.

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Prepare executive dashboards, milestone reviews, risk assessments, and progress reports.

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Present project updates and recommendations to senior leadership.

Risk Management & Problem Solving

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Proactively identify project risks, constraints, and roadblocks.

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Lead mitigation planning and structured change management activities.

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Escalate critical issues with actionable recommendations and recovery plans.

Required Qualifications

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Bachelor Degree, Diploma, or equivalent experience in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Operations, Business, or a related field.

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Minimum 7-10 years of progressive Project Management experience.

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Demonstrated manufacturing experience within a manufacturing, industrial, production, engineering, or manufacturing capital projects environment.

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Strong proficiency in Excel, data analysis, KPI development, forecasting, budgeting, and executive reporting.

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Experience managing projects through all phases of the project lifecycle.

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Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

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Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.

Preferred Qualifications

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Previous experience working within a formal PMO environment.

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PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.

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Experience with Power BI, PPM platforms, ERP systems, and project controls software.

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Greenfield manufacturing facility construction or expansion projects.

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Projects exceeding $10M capital value.

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Knowledge of Canadian construction, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, data-driven Project Manager who thrives in a PMO environment. They possess strong manufacturing knowledge, project leadership capabilities, and analytical skills. They are comfortable translating complex project data into actionable business insights while successfully leading diverse stakeholders toward project objectives.