Manager Manufacturing

Belleville, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 16, 2026
Experience: 3–5 years of relevant leadership experience in a manufacturing or operational environment.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 22, 2026

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About Kennametal

With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more at kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Job Title: Manufacturing Manager

Location: Belleville, Ontario

Job Summary

We are seeking a results-driven Manufacturing Manager to lead and oversee all production operations within our facility. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence through effective production planning, performance management, and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Manager ensures efficient daily operations by proactively identifying and resolving challenges related to staffing, scheduling, tooling, safety, quality, and production flow. This role also maintains a strong focus on business performance, cost control, and achievement of operational goals, while supporting facility and equipment reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

Lead and manage all plant production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Develop and execute production schedules and monitor performance against established standards.
Monitor daily operations and resolve issues related to staffing, scheduling, tooling, safety, quality, and production flow.
Oversee maintenance of facility and equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Leadership & Strategy

Provide strategic and tactical input to support achievement of business objectives.
Translate organizational strategy into actionable plans for plant operations.
Lead cross-functional initiatives and projects with broad organizational impact.
Identify emerging operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Financial & Business Accountability

Accountable for departmental budget development, management, and adherence.
Optimize operational efficiency to minimize cost exposure while maintaining performance targets.
Oversee product and/or operational performance within a business unit ranging from approximately $50M–$300M in revenue or cost of goods sold (COGS).

Resource & Workforce Management

Allocate resources effectively to meet short-term operational priorities.
Support organizational design and workforce planning within the functional area.
Ensure effective utilization of personnel, equipment, and materials.

Decision Making & Risk Management

Make informed decisions using data analysis, integrated thinking, and sound judgment.
Ensure decisions align with company policies, procedures, business plans, and functional objectives.
Manage risks with potential short-term impact on operations and company assets.
Provide input into broader decision-making processes within area of accountability.

Qualifications & Skills

Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and business objectives.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive operational improvements.
Proven experience in production management, process optimization, and performance management.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication capabilities.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or diploma from a recognized technical institution or a related field preferred.
3–5 years of relevant leadership experience in a manufacturing or operational environment.
Experience in the manufacturing industry strongly preferred.
SAP experience is required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact across all levels of the organization.

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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Responsibilities

Lead plant production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives, including production scheduling, issue resolution, and facility and equipment reliability. Translate business strategy into operational plans, lead cross-functional improvements, manage budgets and resources, and address operational risks.

Requirements

Requires 3–5 years of relevant leadership experience in manufacturing or operations, with manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred and SAP experience required. A bachelor’s degree or diploma from a recognized technical institution or a related field is preferred, along with strong analytical, leadership, communication, and Microsoft Office skills.

Skills

Manufacturing Operations
Production Management
Production Planning
Performance Management
Process Optimization
Continuous Improvement
Cross-Functional Leadership
Operational Excellence
Budget Management
Cost Control
Workforce Planning
Resource Allocation
Risk Management
Data Analysis
SAP
Microsoft Office

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Keywords

Manufacturing
Production Operations
Production Scheduling
Operational Excellence
Continuous Improvement
Performance Management
Process Optimization
Safety
Quality
Delivery
Cost Control
Facility Maintenance
Equipment Reliability
Cross-Functional Initiatives
Budget Development
Business Performance
Workforce Planning
Resource Allocation
Risk Mitigation
Data Analysis
SAP
Microsoft Office
Excel
Word
PowerPoint
Outlook
Machinery Manufacturing

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