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Director, Manufacturing Technology

UBT
Hamilton, ON
Management
Company Benefits
Health Insurance
Posted 14 days ago

Since 1929, our stonework business has been showcasing the inherent beauty of granite through custom work. Founded in 1929, we began as a supplier of granite and custom stonework services exclusively to monument retailers. Our facility in Ontario manufactures and repairs granite works using a combination of old-world craftsmanship and new world technology. We have completed spectacular projects in a variety of places within the continent, including Toronto (ON), New York City, Albany (NY), Quantico Marine Base (VA) and Fredericton (NB), just to name a few. PRODUCTION MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Manager to lead our team. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 – 15 years of overall experience including 5 years' experience as a production manager in a custom manufacturing environment. The candidate must also be knowledgeable in lean manufacturing principles. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA), production scheduling, preventative maintenance, workforce management, performance management, and quality improvement. Demonstrate role-model behaviors and lead and manage the production team, providing guidance and support as needed while ensure safety, quality, cost and delivery performance. Execute layout and production work orders are completed on-time and in full while ensuring highest quality standards Monitor and report on production progress to stakeholders. Identify and mitigate production risks. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Controls and efficiently utilizes production capacity, manpower and equipment through planning, organizing, and scheduling to minimize wastes and downtime Take corrective and preventative action in situations requiring immediate intervention, including interpretation of company policies, OHSA /safety, labour, customer and quality issues. Perform any hands-on or administrative activities necessary for the effective management of the department, including selection and development of employees, budget administration, employee safety, department goals and objectives and planning, and monitoring and reporting on KPIs Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the production team. Provide leadership and supervision to staff by hiring, reviewing performance, and providing feedback, determining training and development needs, and providing coaching and work direction. ~ Any other duties as assigned by management Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or related field (preferred) Minimum of 5 years of experience as a production manager in a custom production environment,. Experience in stonework business is an asset. Lean manufacturing training and certification Experience in reporting on key production metrics Excellent organizational and time management skills Health Insurance & Dental care On-site parking Future building expansion with more staff amenities Schedule: Monday to Friday 8.