Reports to: Director, Manufacturing Operations

Company Information

We're FlexiForce- the world's largest manufacturer of overhead door hardware and components. We believe that safety is everyone's responsibility and can only be achieved through the active participation of everyone within the organization. We make quality products; we deliver them on time, and we partner with our customers and our suppliers to support mutual success. To do that, we rely on having the best and most capable people on our team. Our Production Manager plays a pivotal role in our success.

Company Values, #Together we

Empowerment : We have trust in our people

Innovation : We have the courage to change

Integrity : We stand up for what's right

Safety : Together we are safe

Teamwork : Together we achieve more

Position Overview / Summary

The Production Manager will be responsible for planning and coordinating the activities necessary to execute production plans for eight (8) manufacturing departments and shifts successfully. The position will work closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Planning, Human Resources and Sales to optimize the utilization of equipment, materials, and human capital, resulting in excellent safety performance, high product quality, process throughput, and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

The Production Manager will be accountable for:

• Championing safety on the shop floor by visibly supporting safe work practices, identifying opportunities for improved safety, and participating in the investigation and root cause analysis of incidents.
• Monitor departmental performance against goals to ensure progress is made and corrective action is taken if necessary.
• Driving, implementing, and maintaining lean manufacturing processes at the shop floor level.
• Lead and coordinate manufacturing plans with departmental supervisors to optimize throughput.
• Review and approve plans to control planned output, budget spending, material efficiency, engineering effectiveness, and human resources.
• Championing root cause analysis of quality and productivity problems and implementing solutions.
• Recommending new policies or procedures as necessary.
• Manage the collection and reporting of production, scrap, cost control and quality data.
• Evaluating and approving changes to manufacturing practices, process specifications and standards.
• Participating in the preparation of and adherence to departmental budgets.
• Taking a lead role in the training and developing manufacturing team members.
• Overseeing the performance management of Supervisors and manufacturing personnel.
• This job description is an overview and should not be considered a complete and exhaustive list of all duties and day to day functions of the role.

Qualifications

The minimum required qualifications for this role include:

• Diploma in Operations Management or a demonstrated equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a leadership role within an industrial manufacturing environment with accountability for safety, costs, quality, and departmental performance.
• Experience with Roll Forming machines and Industrial presses considered a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of WSBC occupational health and safety practices and standards.
• Formal training in lean concepts or Six Sigma principles.
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, and inventory management
• Experience using and producing reporting from ERP tools and software. Excel capabilities will be required.
• Direct relevant experience leading manufacturing activities in a lean manufacturing environment.
• An ability to lead people to higher performance.
• Ability and experience managing change.

Personal Characteristics & Skills

• An organized and systematic approach to managing projects, priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and improve.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Recognize the importance of customer service.
• Keen problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Grace under pressure, persistence, and determination.
• A desire to identify, coach and mentor emerging talent.

Physical Demands

• Sit or stand for extended hours
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
• Must be able to work as required in the factory and lift up to 15lbs

Role Requirements

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Travel

Occasional travel including to international destinations may be required.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
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